Kayotsarga - Jain daily practice

Kayotsarga literally means "abandoning the body." It is a meditation practice where one stands or sits motionless, releasing attachment to the physical body and focusing entirely on the soul. Lord Bahubali is depicted in this posture — standing so still that vines grew around him.

Kayotsarga is the highest form of meditation in Jainism. It detaches the practitioner from bodily consciousness and leads towards self-realisation.

Also called

कायोत्सर्ग

Kind of practice

Daily Practice

Difficulty

Intermediate

When

Anytime

Suitable for

Youth

How it is done

1. Stand upright with arms slightly away from the body, or sit in padmasana.

2. Close the eyes and relax all muscles.

3. Direct attention inward to the soul.

4. Maintain stillness for the prescribed duration.

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