REGULATION OF PRANAMAYAKOSHA THROUGH PRANAYAMA: A SIDDHAR YOGA PERSPECTIVE ON HOLISTIC HEALTH
Aiswarya B.1* Dhivya R.2 Vasundira K. S.3 Kesavan S.4 Mahalakshmi V.5
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) August 10, 2026 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.21884437 (opens in new tab)
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AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
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| Topics | Breathwork |
| Key points | Proposes that the Panchakosha framework delineates human existence across five sheaths, with the Pranamayakosha serving as a vital bridge between body and mind, and that harmonious function of all layers is essential for optimal health. |
Abstract
The Panchakosha (Pancha = five; Kosha = sheath) is a fundamental framework in Indian spiritual philosophy and Siddhar Yoga that delineates human existence across five concentric, multidimensional sheaths surrounding the Aanma (Self) Ranging from the gross physical sheath to the innermost blissful state, these layers represent the progressive evolution of body, mind, life force, intellect, and consciousness, where optimal health relies on their harmonious function. Occupying a central, operational position, the Praṇamayakosha (vital energy sheath) consists of Praṇan (life force) flowing through the Naḍis (subtle channels) and Vayus (vital airs), acting as the essential bridge connecting the physical body to the mind.