Great is the glory of the Lord of Life, Infinite, omnipresent, all-knowing. He is known by the wise who meditate And conserve their vital energy. Hear, 0 children of immortal bliss, You are born to be united with the Lord. Follow the path of the illumined ones And be united with the Lord of Life. Kindle the fire of kundalini deep In meditation. Bring your mind and breath Under control. Drink deep of divine love, And you will attain the unitive state. Dedicate yourself to the Lord of Life, Who is the cause of the cosmos. He will Remove the cause of all your suffering And free you from the bondage of karma. Be seated with spinal column erect And turn your senses and mind deep within. With the mantram echoing in your heart, Cross over the dread sea of birth and death. Train your senses to be obedient. Regulate your activities to lead you To the goal. Hold the reins of your mind As you hold the reins of restive horses.

(The Upanishads)