Fourfold Breath

The Neophyte should learn, regularly practice, and master the following simple technique of the Fourfold Breath:

• 1. Empty the lungs and remain thus while counting four.
• 2. Inhale, counting four so that you feel filled with breath to the throat.
• 3. Hold this breath while counting four.
• 4. Exhale, counting four till the lungs are empty.

This Fourfold Breath technique should be practiced by the Neophyte while he or she is composed in a basic posture or Asana, counting slowly or quickly till s/he obtains a suitable rhythm. This simple technique will help to still the body and quiet the mind of the Neophyte.

This page is referenced by: A Brief Overview of the First Order of the Golden Dawn,  First Knowledge Lecture,  Meditation

Created by: Amadeus last modification: Saturday 29 of January, 2005 [22:30:44 UTC] by Amadeus