# International Yoga Day & 108 Sun Salutations

## International Yoga Day

Celebrated annually on 21 June, International Yoga Day recognises the profound physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of yoga. Established by the United Nations in 2014, the day encourages people around the world to embrace practices that promote health, harmony, and well-being.

**国际瑜伽日**

国际瑜伽日于每年 6 月 21 日举行，旨在表彰瑜伽对身体、心理及精神层面的深远益处。该纪念日由联合国于 2014 年设立，鼓励世界各地的人们透过瑜伽实践促进健康、和谐与身心福祉。

## 108 Sun Salutations

One of the most cherished traditions observed on International Yoga Day is the practice of 108 Sun Salutations (Surya Namaskar). In yogic philosophy, the number 108 is considered sacred, symbolising the interconnectedness of the universe, the body, and the breath. Completing 108 rounds becomes a moving meditation that cultivates focus, resilience, and presence while building strength, stamina, flexibility, and concentration.

**108 次拜日式**

国际瑜伽日最受推崇的传统之一，便是完成 108 次拜日式（Surya Namaskar）。在瑜伽哲学中，108 被视为一个神圣的数字，象征宇宙、身体与呼吸之间的紧密联系。完成 108 轮拜日式不仅是一项身体练习，更是一种动态冥想，在培养专注力、韧性与当下觉察的同时，也能增强力量、耐力、柔韧性及专注能力。

Many practitioners use the experience to set intentions, celebrate personal growth, or mark a seasonal transition, as International Yoga Day coincides with the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere.

许多练习者会借此机会设立新的目标、庆祝个人成长，或迎接季节的转换，因为国际瑜伽日恰逢北半球的夏至时节。

This year, we invite you to celebrate with us at Temple by taking part in a community practice of 108 Sun Salutations. Guided by our resident yoga teacher, Gloria, we’ll move, breathe, and flow together through this meaningful tradition, honouring the spirit of yoga and the sense of connection that emerges through shared practice.

今年，我们诚邀您与东景缘的社群一同庆祝国际瑜伽日，参与 108 次拜日式团体练习。在驻馆瑜伽导师 Gloria 的带领下，我们将共同呼吸、流动与练习，透过这一意义深远的传统，感受瑜伽精神以及共享练习所带来的连结与共鸣。