Dissecting The 8 Limbs and Their Origins

We’ve all heard of the 8 Limbs of Yoga, but do you really know what they are? Today I’m going to explore the eight limbs of yoga, their origins, and their significance in spiritual practice. I’ll look at each limb’s purpose, giving a detailed examination, as well as the historical context of the Yoga Sutras. Get ready to finally gain a true understanding of: Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, and Samadhi.

I’ll discuss:

🔹How the Yoga Sutras codify the eight limbs, drawing from earlier texts.

🔹The ultimate aim of yoga: which is to quiet the mind and remove ignorance.

🔹Etymology of the Sanskrit word for each of the 8 Limbs.

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#282 – Yoga Sutras of Patanjali Summary – BOOK TWO Explained

#283 – Dismantling the Kleshas: The Actual Aim of Yoga

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