The Language of Yoga with Lucy Crisfield
In this podcast episode, Lucy Crisfield, a speaker at the World Yoga Festival and founder of “Original Wisdom”, shares insights from her new book, “The Sounds of Sanskrit ~ The Language of Yoga”.
Drawing from her background in music, mathematics, and extensive travels, Lucy discusses her profound journey into yoga philosophy and mantra.
The episode covers topics such as the influence of previous teachers on Sanskrit understanding, the distinction between academic and vibratory approaches to Sanskrit, the metaphysics of sound, and the unique philosophy of sound in the modern yoga world.
Lucy delves into the differences between music and mantra, the potential effects of mispronounced mantras, and the role of grammar in unlocking Sanskrit’s vibrational potency.
Overall, the episode provides a rich exploration of the transformative power of Sanskrit sounds and their connection to the wisdom of the Self.
