meditation
sufis
After Pranayama practice it should be followed by meditation for 15 to 30 minutes for effective yoga practice. If meditation is practices after prnayama practice ,thenit is named as pranayama meditation.
Meditation is a mental technique that involves focusing the mind and reducing mental chatter, in order to cultivate inner peace, relaxation, and increased mindfulness. There are many different types of meditation, including mindfulness meditation, loving-kindness meditation, and visualization meditation, to name a few.
meditation
Before british invasion hindu used to practice meditation every day. It was part of education system. But after the invasion meditation was uprooted by british people. Replacing it by their education system.
The Taoists practice many meditation techniques, each with different names.
Khalwa is an Islamic term referring to a period of retreat or seclusion for spiritual reflection and meditation. It is often practiced by Sufis as a way to deepen their connection with God.
do you mean cramping?
Your consciousness improves naturally after enough practice. Simple.
A group of like minded people that meet up and practice meditation together on a regular basis.
who were the sufis
Meditation was around before buddhism was even founded. Anyone is welcome to practice meditation, whether you have a religion or not. It all depends on the choice of the person, meditation can be used as prayer, a time to think, empty the mind, etc... so if someone finds meditation useful for them they are welcome to use it. For the same reasons that buddhist's use it for or not. Hope that helped.