Difference between Kapalabhati & Bhastrika
Question
QUESTION: Sir
What are the difference between Kapalabhathika and Bhastrika Pranayama?
Sarvam khwalidam Brahma
Thanking you Sir
Vijith
ANSWER: 1. In Kapalabhati, Puraka (inhalation) is slower and gradual compared to Rechaka (exhalation) which is forceful and fast with abrupt abdominal contraction. There is no Kumbhaka (retention).
2. In Bhastrika, one first practices Puraka and Rechaka a number of times in rapid succession with force and speed. Then, a slow, deep Puraka, followed by a long Kumbhaka and a slow, deep Rechaka. This is one Bhastrika.
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(That Supreme being is the absolute truth)
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QUESTION: Sir
What are the spiritual benefits by doing these Pranayamas?
Thanking You Sir
Sarvam khwalidam brahma
Vijith
Answer
Both these are preparatory methods that ready the body and mind for Pranayama through overall cleansing and purification. Further details are available in the work 'The Science of Pranayama' - By Swami Sivananda.
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(That Supreme being is the absolute truth)