The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
Sri Swami Satchidananda
Wim Hof
Yoga is the silencing of the modifications of our brain. Then the seer appears the way he is, the expression of the soul in consciousness. - Wim Hof
Naval Ravikant
One of Naval Ravikant's answers to "you don't read the Indian epics?"
Jack Dorsey
[One] of my favorite books. - Jack Dorsey
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The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: Commentary on the Raja Yoga Sutras by Sri Swami Satchidananda

Sri Swami Satchidananda
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Sri Swami Satchidananda
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In the timeless expanse of spiritual literature, few works shine as luminously as "The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali," masterfully translated and commented upon by Sri Swami Satchidananda. This venerable tome serves not merely as a guide but as a beacon, illuminating the profound path of Raja Yoga—a discipline of deep concentration and meditation. With its roots burrowing deep into the fertile soil of ancient wisdom, the text unravels the essence of yoga through its quintessential sutras or thought-threads, which have been meticulously preserved for over four millennia. These sutras encompass the vast spectrum of yogic knowledge, from ethical precepts and physical postures to the nuanced art of meditation, charting a course for navigating the complexities of daily existence with grace and equanimity. Sri Swami Satchidananda, whose life and teachings have touched the hearts of seekers worldwide, brings to this translation a clarity and insight born of his own profound experiences. His commentary not only elucidates the original Sanskrit with exceptional precision but also distills its wisdom in a form that is accessible and relevant to contemporary seekers. Each page of this deluxe edition is a step on the journey toward self-mastery, offering practical advice for quieting the mind and achieving a harmonious balance of body, mind, and spirit. "The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali" by Sri Swami Satchidananda is more than a book; it is a companion for those who tread the spiritual path, a source of solace and inspiration that invites readers to return, again and again, to delve deeper into its inexhaustible treasures.

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Yoga is the silencing of the modifications of our brain. Then the seer appears the way he is, the expression of the soul in consciousness. - Wim Hof
[One] of my favorite books. - Jack Dorsey
One of Naval Ravikant's answers to "you don't read the Indian epics?"
We are not going to change the whole world, but we can change ourselves and feel free as birds. We can be serene even in the midst of calamities and, by our serenity, make others more tranquil. Serenity is contagious. If we smile at someone, he or she will smile back. And a smile costs nothing. We should plague everyone with joy. If we are to die in a minute, why not die happily, laughing? (136-137)
— Sri Swami Satchidananda, The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali

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