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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Sanskrit Is Sound: Why Pronunciation Matters in Yoga with Dr. Varun Khanna

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Sanskrit Is Sound: Why Pronunciation Matters in Yoga with Dr. Varun Khanna