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“[T]he period between four and six in the morning is called the Brahmamuhurta, the Brahmic time, or divine period, and is a very sacred time to meditate. (140)”

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Swami Satchidananda
Swami Satchidananda

Swami Satchidananda was an Indian yoga master born on December 22, 1914, and passed away on August 9, 2002. As an author, he is renowned for his profound understanding of yoga philosophy and lifestyle. more

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