Does Pronunciation Matter in Yoga? With Dr. Varun Khanna

Why does Sanskrit place so much importance on sound and pronunciation? I’m joined by Dr. Varun Khanna to explore the stories, philosophy, and history behind Sanskrit, and discuss what modern yoga teachers really need to know about the language.

Episode Highlights:

• Meaning of the word guru
• Sound and vibration in Sanskrit
• Origins of Devanagari script
• Sanskrit's role in Indian philosophy
• Sound, vibration, and the subtle body
• Pronunciation and mantra accuracy
• Sanskrit in modern yoga teaching
• Sanskrit as a tool for learning yoga
• Om as the ultimate vibration
• Sanskrit beyond power and hierarchy
• Practical takeaways for yoga teachers

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