Sleep, Dreams and Prana

Prashnopanishad by Pippalda.

The process of Prana purification is likened to oblations to the Everlasting One. Prana healing happens at the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual level.

Gargya the grandson of the sun god, Surya, asked Pippalda:

“What is the nature of sleep and dreams, why does one need sleep and why does one dream?” Continue reading

Oh Prana, Prana, Prana

Dear ones, the Prashnopanishad gives the most illuminating description of Prana. One is able to understand Prana. Prana is likened to a mother who takes care of her offspring.

Prashnopanishad literally translates to Upanishad of Questions. It is an Atharvan Upanishad. Its dialogue explores existential questions, and this question addressed to Pippalda by Bhargava relates to understanding the importance of Prana in attaining Brahman. Continue reading