Make the thighs tight like adamant and place the legs by the two sides of the anus. This is called Vajrāsana. It gives psychic powers to the Yogi.
The word Vajra means ‘weapon’ sym bolizing the properties of diamond (indestructibility, strength, stability). Vajrāsana should be practiced in an orderly manner as described in the practice method below
Sit with legs stretched out straight.
Bend the left leg and place the left heel under the left hip.
Bend the right leg and place the right heel under the right hip.
Stretch the arms, with elbows straight and place the palms on the knees.
Sit erect keeping the trunk, neck, and head in a straight line.
After maintaining the posture steadily, return to the starting position by releasing the right leg first and then the left leg.
Vajraasana has therapeutical benefits as well as spiritual benefits. It is the only asana which can be practiced immedi ately after food and helps in digesting the food. It directly impacts on the nadi named ‘Vajra’, which is connected to Genito-urinary system. Controlling the vajra nadi leads to controlling the sexual energy.
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