Abstract

CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF PANCHAKOSHA THEORY OF YOGA PHILOSOPHY

Yagyik Mishra*, Sunayana J. and Anjaly R. K.

Abstract

Since ages man is in a constant pursuit for health, happiness and peace. Yoga is the practical way to attain salvation. Only yogi attains immortality by the constant practice of yoga. In this regard, knowledge of pancha kosha theory is the one which helps an individual to understand the various sheaths encircling the body. These sheaths form basic anatomy of body as per Yoga Philosophy. There are various means to correct the vitiation of these koshas. In the present article a review of panchakoshas their function and its applicability has been mentioned.

Keywords: Yoga, Panchakosha theory, Koshas.