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yama

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1. yama - Noun

2. Yama - Proper noun

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The king of the infernal regions, corresponding to the Greek Pluto, and also the judge of departed souls. In later times he is more exclusively considered the dire judge of all, and the tormentor of the wicked. He is represented as of a green color, with red garments, having a crown on his head, his eyes inflamed, and sitting on a buffalo, with a club and noose in his hands.

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The aim of life is to attain peace. No one can give us peace. We can't buy or borrow it. We have to cultivate it by practicing yama and niyama (yoga restraints and observances). Baba Hari Dass

Another evidence that brings the clues is that the government announced immediately and accurately the death news of Yama Siawash, just four minutes after the car explosion, which is extremely surprising. Source: Internet

In explaining yama, Patanjali clarifies that certain professions and situations may require qualification in conduct. Source: Internet

Norse mythology also holds that the entire world of men was created from the flesh of Ymir, a giant of cosmic proportions, which name is considered by some to share a root with the name Yama of Indo-Iranian mythology. Source: Internet

But King Yama, the ruler of Diyu, is not willing to give Shang up easily. Source: Internet

Patanjali explained dharma in two categories: yama (restraints) and niyama (observances). Source: Internet

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