Kirtana has always played a major role within Bhakti Yoga- the Yogic path of Praise and Devotion. Bhakti Yoga allows anyone and everyone to pray with love and faith. It utilizes songs and music to feel close to the Divine! It does not require strict and often restricting principles and methods of the other two paths of Yoga- Jnana Yoga (Yogic path of Knowledge) or Karma Yoga (Yogic Path of Action).
This short video explains what Kirtana is...
This short video explains what Kirtana is...