Becoming the lotus : a systematic course of stretching and posture leading to the safe and comfortable adoption of the lotus posture, including a guide to the symbolism and spiritual meaning behind the lotus flower

In every school of meditation, the Lotus posture is held to be the ideal seated position. Depicted in the earliest texts of the spiritual traditions of Japan, China and India, and even on the tomb walls of ancient Egypt, the Lotus posture offers a pathway to inner tranquility and self-knowledge for those with the will to find it. Becoming the Lotus offers a systematic course of stretching postures leading to the easy, safe and comfortable adoption of the Lotus posture. The entire course is laid out in an easy-to-follow and understandable way as to make it useable to anyone, no matter who. So whether you are a martial artist, follower of Indian yoga, a Buddhist, or a Taosit –– sit in the Lotus posture. In every school of meditation, the Lotus posture is held to be the ideal seated position. Depicted in the earliest texts of the spiritual traditions of Japan, China, and India, and even on the tombs walls of Ancient Egypt, the Lotus posture offers a pathway to inner tranquility and self-knowledge for those with the will to find it. This volume offers a systematic course of strethcing postures leading to the easy, safe, and comfortable adoption of the Lotus posture. The entire course is laid out in an easy-to-follow and understandable way so as to make it useable to anyone, no matter who they are. So whether you are a Martial Artist, a follower of Indian Yoga, a Buddhist, a Taoist -- sit in the Lotus posture! This book is for you. All Bookmarks Table of Contents The Symbolism of the Lotus Flower Colour Symbolism of the Lotus Flowers About the Lotus, Botanically Speaking The Lotus Posture Stretching Postures Seated Postures A Systematic Course in Stretching Leading