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An abhyasi is a spiritual seeker in the esoteric mystical traditions of Asia, notably Indian subcontinent. The word abhyasi means "one who practises" in Sanskrit.[ citation needed ]

Ram Chandra defined an abhyasi as an "aspirant", or "one who practices yoga in order to achieve union with God". [1]

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References

  1. Chandra, Ram. Commentary on the Ten Maxims of Sahaj Marg. The Heartfulness Store. ISBN   978-93-88095-61-7.