Muni Kishan Lal
Swastikasana Posture
The Swastik is believed to be an auspicious symbol in Indian culture. Even in Jain tradition, this is the one among eight auspicious symbols.
Swastikasana Posture
Method
Sit cross legged on floor. Press toes of left foot below right calf muscle and toes of right foot below left calf muscles. See to it that the soles of feet are touching thighs. Keep neck and spine erect. Place your hands on knees in any mudra. Control your breath. Breathe slowly and normally.
Duration
Like the Sukhasana, this asana can also be maintained for a long time. Continuously maintaining this asana for three hours is called 'Asana Siddha'. Inhalation and exhalation should be like that of Padmasana-deep and slow.
Effect on Health
One can be benefited by this asana even after a hectic day's work. Sitting in this asana after a long day accords body rest and a feeling of much awaited freshness. Without troubling any part of body, all organs can be relaxed by just being in this posture for a good length of time. This asana is believed to be first step in steadying body and learning to keep it happy and focused. It often happens that after sitting in an asana for a long time, legs become numb or experience vibrations. Swastikasana is known to be cure for all such complaints. Regular practice of this asana keeps body well shaped, erect and healthy.
Influence on Glandular System
Sukhasana, Swastikasana and Padmasana are initial steps to meditation. According to Yogacharyas and a number of studies, practice of Swastikasana greatly influences gonads and adrenal glands. The secretions from these glands aid a balanced development of body. The impact of practice of this asana is also noticed on seminal vesicles which supports in maintaining vow of celibacy. A person also becomes polite, pure hearted and humble.
Other Benefits
Practice of sitting for long hours in this asana helps to develop both concentration and memory. Both qualities are beneficial at every step in life. Mind remains calm and steady; spine remains erect and the flatulence related disorders are cured.
