Mahasiddha Jalandhara, also known as Jalandharipa, was one of the 84 Mahasiddhas in Indian Buddhism, renowned for his yogic attainments and teachings on the Hevajra Tantra. He is also revered in Hinduism as a founder of the Nath lineage. Jalandhara is depicted in art as a yogi, often standing on a tiger skin in a specific asana, and is associated with practices related to the central channel and Mahamudra realization. The use of the word "yoga" can be traced back to the Rig Veda, a collection of ritual hymns used to maintain order in the universe. But hymns and positions aren't the only things that make up this practice. The roots of yoga extend far back into ancient Indian history as a varied spiritual tradition with some practices you won't be able to find at your local yoga studio.

Mahasiddha Jalandhara
copper alloy
Tibet
circa 16th century

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