| Author |
Patañjali |
| Editor |
Johnston, Charles, 1867-1931 |
| Title |
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: The Book of the Spiritual Man
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 55.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
J. C. Byers and Dringbloom
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| Summary |
"The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: The Book of the Spiritual Man" by Patañjali is a foundational text on yogic philosophy and practice, attributed to ancient Indian sage Patanjali and likely written in a time period between the 2nd century BCE and the 4th century CE. This work presents a structured framework for spiritual development, emphasizing the concept of awakening the spiritual essence within humans while navigating the complexities of the physical and psychic realities. The text seeks to explore the transformative journey from the ordinary consciousness dominated by desires and distractions to the higher spiritual consciousness characterized by clarity, purity, and unity. The opening of the text elaborates on the core theme of spiritual regeneration, positioning the book as a guide for individuals to transcend the limitations of the psychic nature that obscures their true spiritual essence. It begins with an introduction to the Yoga Sutras, highlighting their brevity and depth, and sets the stage for the exploration of techniques for spiritual awakening and self-realization. The introduction outlines the barriers we face— such as false desires and psychic distractions— and suggests that true enlightenment is achieved through disciplined practices, including meditation and consciousness control. By employing systematic teachings, the work encourages readers to uncover and harness the inherent spiritual powers that reside within, leading to ultimate liberation and harmony with the divine. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
B: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
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| Subject |
Yoga -- Early works to 1800
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2526 |
| Release Date |
Feb 1, 2001 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 14, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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