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Table of Contents

Prāṇāyu organisation story 1

Etymology 2

Prāṇāyu science historical references 2

Prāṇāyu organisation story

Prāṇāyu is a humanitarian non-profit organization recognized by the Indian government and the French Government. Prāṇāyu is independent of all economic, political, and religious associations.

Prāṇāyu is mobilized for the protection of life and health encompassing knowledge, traditions, primitive ecosystem and forests, biodiversity, agrodiversity, most effective medical sciences, education and transmissions, and all that sustains the most fertile future for all living being.

The seed of the Pranayu initiatives have been inherited from the millenary medical and yoga traditions from Āyurveda and Prāṇāvāya, emerging from infinite compassion from our humanitarian forefathers and from the Life force itself.

The contemporary seed of the Pranayu enerprises started to sprout, thanks to the support and the work of the various associations, universities, researchers, professors, scientists, farmers, social workers, in France and in India, thanks to the members of the Sādhanā association, and thanks to the scientific knowledge shared with the founder Dr. Noémie Delagrange.

This Prāṇāyu seed is now growing on the ancestral forest of ancestral of the mostly in the Sahyadri primary forest of Karnataka. From there, Prāṇāyu has also strong interaction with the Sādhana Āyurvedic NGO French clinic of Bordeaux and its numerous team, students and patients as well as with its family members of Shoolapeshvar wild life sanctuary of Gujarāt.

Thus Sahyādrī forest, shelters Prāṇāyu head quater in a land call Ahiṃsādama Kṣamāśrama. This ancestral forest world most precious patrimony is the land of holy fauna and flora species, Ādivāsīs, yogī-s, rishi-s and overall combination humanity key history and future.

Since 2009, several people have joined hands with us in sharing the ambition to carry out solidarity projects and Prāṇāyu officially came into being in 2018 marking stronger growth in all its actions.

Prāṇāyu is the union of two Sanskrit words: prāṇa (essence, force) and āyu (life) and can be understood as the essence of the original Life force. Inspired by a synonymous word Prāṇāvāya, both are archetypes of Ahiṃsā-āyurveda - the Life science based on non-violence.

See the Prāṇāvāya Vidyā Action

Prāṇāyu enables empowerment, health, and sustainable development through effective, simple, and non-violent means by ensuring the transfer of agro-ecological and medicinal knowledge (Āyurveda).

See the Prāṇāyu-Svāstha Action

Prāṇāyu is mobilized for the protection of biodiversity, agrodiversity, the balance of ecosystems, and all the conditions essential to human health and life. It works to promote food security that involves:

• Availability of processing food products

• Economic and geographical accessibility of food

• Optimization of micro nutritional intake to ensure food quality

• Enduring stability of the three preceding objectives

It endeavours to save and safeguard human lives, rare and unknown species of seeds, resources, ecosystems, biodiversity, and knowledge that promotes Life. It ensures rigorous ecology practices: sustainable development, biodiversity conservation, and preservation of seeds with nutritional and therapeutic properties.

See the Jīvabīva Action

Prāṇāyu is invested in fighting malnutrition (quantitative deficiency) and micro-nutritional inadequacy (qualitative deficiency) for the vulnerable segment of population of India. It helps the people from this segment recover and develop sustainable livelihoods by equipping them with the means to provide for themselves.

See the Ādivāsī Ahiṃsā Paramparā Action

“Life” as we understand it is rapidly shrinking into extinctioṇ. Enagaged in reforestation Actions to preserve earth’s fragile biodoversity with the help of indigenous tribes -Ādivāsīs and local communitieṣ, Pranayu is seeking support and help to create more awareness campaigns.

See the Vanasprajñā Action

Passionately involved with child protection and education, Prāṇāyu is involved in opening an ayurvedic gurukula hostel and orphanage. It sees child development as a delicate and privileged responsibility that encompasses a holistic contemplation on physical, mental, and ethical health.

See the Vatsa Gurukūlam Action

Etymology

Prāṇāyu is the union of two Sanskrit root words: prāṇa and āyu.

Prāṇa reflects all these words: vital force, vital breath, breath, energy, vigour, original essence, nature, soul, spirit, wind, power, ability, value, strength, potential, gift, efficiency.

Āyu reflects all these words: life, liveliness, being alive, creature, longevity, health, life force, vigour, lineage, food, nourishment.

Prāṇāyu, for example, can be interpreted as the essence of original life force. And it embodies this through means of ahimsā (non-violence) as means and goal.

Sanskrit also called Devabhāṣa (language of the Gods) is the ancestral language of India whose first texts date back to c. 2 millennium BCE.

Prāṇāyu science historical references

Prāṇāyu is also the name of a dissertation on medical and biological sciences that has sadly been lost but is referred in many manuscripts that are available today.

The name of 12th Pūrva, Prāṇa-pravāda-pūrva, Prāṇāvāya-pūrva, Prāṇāyupūrva is an attestation of the word Prāṇāyu.

According to many historians, this tradition is the work of a people that are the direct heir of the civilization of the Indus Valley (IVC) whose archaeological traces date back to the dawn of the Neolithic era or the transition to sedentary agriculture (70TH century BCE that is circa 7000 BCE or more that 9000 year from now).

See the article on the history of the Āyurveda, prāṇāyu science and prāṇāvāya

The civilization depository of this science contributed different schools of thought: Śramaṇa (equanimity, listening), Yoga-Mārga (yoga path), Mānava-dharma, Mārga (way), Ṛṣabha-dharma (philosophy of Ṛṣabha), Vrātya (those born from spiritual vows), Ahiṃsā-dharma (philosophy of ethic and non-violence), Arhat (meritorious), Ᾱtma-dharma (philosophy of the deep self), Nirgraṇṭha (without attachments), Gymnosophist (naked ascetics) , Jaina-dharma (philosophy of the victorious), Anekanta-Mata (multi angular thinking), Syādvāda-Mata (thought with multiple potentialities).

Join the Journey: Donate Today, Sustain Tomorrow

When you donate, you're becoming a steward of change. Your contribution will resonate through time, nurturing forests, health, heritage, and dreams. You're casting a vote for a greener, healthier, and more compassionate world.

So, if you've ever marvelled at the majesty of a forest, questioned the potential of a tiny seed, felt the warmth of love in an embrace, or yearned for health that's deeply rooted, this is your call to action. If any of the below projects find resonance in your heart, you are welcome to donate monthly, annually, or a once a life-time donor.

Prāṇāvāya svāstha - Unearthing Ancient Treasures: In a world captivated by modern medicine, there's an unexplored treasure trove of ancient health wisdom waiting to be rediscovered. Prāṇāyu is doing just that - delving into India's rich heritage of Ayurveda and its almost forgotten branches to unveil healing methods that have withstood the test of time. With your support, these traditions can regain their rightful place in the world of healing, transforming health into a holistic and harmonious journey.

Jīvabīva - Tiny Parcels of Nutraceutical Magic: Hold a seed in your hand, and you're holding the promise of life itself. But these aren't just any seeds. These seeds with the power to combat malnutrition and restore health are being painstakingly collected with rigorous selection criteria. Prāṇāyu is cultivating plants with nutraceutical values – seeds brimming with the potential to nourish bodies and minds, and spark a nutritional revolution. Your donation will be the key to unlock this magic into healthful possibilities.

Ādivāsī - Preserving Tribal Heritage : Dive into the kaleidoscope of India's Adivasi tribes – vibrant cultures, ancient wisdom, and unparalleled heritage. But their legacy is at a crossroads. Join us in preserving their intricate tapestry, advocating for recognition, and celebrating their remarkable contributions. Your donation isn't just an investment in their future; it's a pledge to keep their ancestral flames burning bright. Let's weave awareness, honour their roots, and empower their voices. Together, let's safeguard the invaluable legacy of our Adivasi communities. Donate today and be a beacon of change.

Vanasprajñā - Stitching the Green Fabric of Tomorrow: Picture a world where verdant forests aren't confined to history books. Prāṇāyu, armed with passion and purpose, is confronting the challenges of deforestation head-on. Armed with shovels, we are planting trees to stitch back the green fabric of our planet. With every penny donated, a sapling takes root, a habitat is restored, and a future is secured. You're not just giving money; you're investing in the lungs of our Earth.

Vatsya - Where Love is the Blueprint: Orphanages often conjure images of sadness, but Prāṇāyu will be rewriting that narrative. With the passion of a parent and a deep desire to nurture, we will be providing orphaned children not just a shelter, but a home where love is the blueprint. Your donation will be the lifeline that will ensure these children grow up knowing their intrinsic worth and potential. It will be the fuel that will celebrate their unique dreams and help realizing them into reality.

We invite you to join us in weaving a fabric of hope that stretches from the past into the vibrant future that we're nurturing together.

Kindly note:

It is thanks to your generosity that the Prāṇāyu actions as medical clinic, knowledge safeguard, seed bank, gurukul actions can be realised and reach as many communities, families, monks, children as possible.

As a recognised humanitarian association of general interest, Prāṇāyu can receive donations and publish a tax receipt giving the right to a tax reduction.

Please contact us to find the best manner you wish to participate.

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प्राणायु Karnataka office Ahimsādama-Kṣamāśrama

Betne Gram, Kanakumbi BO, Khanapur Taluka, Belgavi Pradesh 591345 INDIA

Legal registration:

प्राणायुप्रतिष्ठानम् Sajīva Ahiṃsā Paramparā Protecting Life With Ancestral Ahiṃsā Traditions.

Pranayu organisation since 2013, Rest under the Trust regulation act, Registration under Bombay Public Trust Act 1950 , (29th of Mumbai act 1950) at Bhuj office with the registration number of the public trust F-3465 on the 08th September 2020; And rest under the Societies Registration Act 1860 | (Act XXI of 1860) Registration No. GJ / 3284 / Kutch on the 08th September 2020