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Hinduism: Expression of Religious Identity

Life in a Modern Ashram

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Recall questions on the Sivananda ashram in Kerala, its five points of yoga, daily routine and satsang, and on Skanda Vale's worship, community, care for animals and what it shows about modern ashrams.

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Describe life at the Sivananda ashram in Kerala.

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State the five points of yoga taught there.

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Who founded Skanda Vale, and when?

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  1. 1

    Where is the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Dhanwantari Ashram?

    Model answer

    At Neyyar Dam in Kerala, in southern India.

  2. 2

    Who founded that ashram, and what was his connection with Sivananda?

    Model answer

    Swami Vishnudevananda, a disciple whom Sivananda had sent to teach in the West.

  3. 3

    What is the Kerala ashram best known for?

    Model answer

    Its residential yoga teacher training courses, which attract students from around the world.

  4. 4

    State the five points of yoga taught there.

    Model answer

    Proper exercise, proper breathing, proper relaxation, a proper vegetarian diet, and positive thinking with meditation.

  5. 5

    Describe a typical day at the Kerala ashram.

    Model answer

    Residents rise before dawn for chanting and meditation, attend two posture classes, eat two vegetarian meals, take part in lectures and carry out unpaid work for the community.

  6. 6

    What is satsang?

    Model answer

    Satsang is a gathering in the company of truth, combining chanting, meditation and teaching.

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