Tratak
5 Nov 2019 HYN Himalayan Yoga Academy
Overview of Tratak :
Tratak is a Sanskrit word meaning ‘to see or gaze’. This meditation technique involves starting at a single point of focus. This is typically the flame of a candle, but other objects that may be used include a dot on the wall, an object of worship, a deity, a flower, a mountain, rising sun, or a moon. However, a flame is believed to work best. In ancient Hindu tradition, Ghandhari is believed to have mastered track. In recent era, Ramana Maharshi had practiced it.
Method of Tratak Kriya:
After three months of consistent trataka meditation, the seeker begins to notice its effects. In this sadhana, in addition to the worshiper’s reverence and patience, his purity is also required. To enlarge and purify the body, practicing trataka requires adhering to the rules for a few days. You can do this reflection by taking a gander at any rising sun, light, light, instrument, wall or point on the paper, and so on.
- Take these precautions when practicing tratak sadhana. During this practice, you should be surrounded by peace. The ideal time for this practice is between three and five in the morning or Brahma Muhurta. This achievement ought to be finished around evening time or in some dim spot. Every day, it should be done for 30 minutes at a specific time. The location ought to remain fairly isolated. Unique consideration ought to be taken that there is no unsettling influence while doing reflection. Sit on a pedestal and dress physically and cleanly. This: First, sit in a meditation position with your back, neck, and head straight in a dark room and close your eyes.
- The focus point should be at a height that is parallel to the eyes. In an earthen lamp, you can get light energy from a flame that has been lit with ghee.
- At a height that is parallel to the eyes and approximately one and a half yards or two and a half feet away from the eyes, a burning candle or an earthen lamp should be placed.
- Now that you have opened your eyes, you keep watching the earthen lamp’s flame until your eyes get tired or you cry. Relax now by closing your eyes.
- Rehash this activity 3 or multiple times until the individual is accustomed to seeing for 10 or 15 minutes without squinting an eyelid.
- Keep in mind that you should not blink when you see Jyoti.
Benefits of Tratak:
- Strengthens eye muscles
- Purifies the eyes
- Treats eye disorders
- Relieves insomnia
- Aids in treating depression
- Improves concentration
- Calms the mind
- Promotes emotional stability
- Boosts willpower
- Develops intuition and clairvoyance
People having weak eyesight and who wear eyeglasses can gaze at the dot of the wall for fifteen days or a month by which eyes vision can be restored to a better level. Even double vision due to detachment of the retina can be healed to much extent by the proper practice of the track in the flame of the lamp.
What about contradictions?
Use common sense as usual. Practice with caution if you have an eye condition that makes gazing painful. Be cautious when in doubt until you gain confidence. In the event of undesirable outcomes, modify the procedure.
On the off chance that you have epilepsy, you ought to rehearse on a dab rather than a candle. The equivalent in the event that you are oversensitive to light.
How frequently could you at any point practice track?
You can practice tratak every day or only on occasion. For genuine reliable advantages, normal practice is ideal.