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This pocket edition offers a convenient format for this ageless guide and companion to the student on the Yogic path. Includes the full text of this classic Yoga work, along with brief commentary from a revered master of Raja Yoga.

For mere end 1500 år siden skrev en indisk vismand en serie aforismer eller ’sutras’ for at forklare yoga for sin samtid. Hverken før eller siden er det lykkedes noget værk i samme grad at kaste lys over yogaens mål, midler og kræfter, samt arten af den frigørelse, den skænker. Yoga Sutras er blevet yogaens grundbog. De oprindelige aforismer er ikke lette at forstå for et nutidigt publikum i den vestlige verden, men denne danske udgave er baseret på en engelsk oversættelse, som er den hidtil klareste og letforståelige gengivelse af Patanjalis tekst. Hertil har oversætterne, Swami Prabhavananda og Christopher Isherwood, tilføjet en række detaljerede kommentarer til Patanjalis koncentrerede tekst, som bygger bro mellem en østlig og en vestlig tankegang. Yoga Sutras er en uundværlig bog for det søgende menneske, der her vil finde discipliner og en vej, der fører den enkelte nærmere en direkte gudsoplevelse og får enhver strid om afvigende trosopfattelser til at høre op.

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali is a classical text that provides a philosophical foundation for the practice of yoga. It consists of 196 sutras (aphorisms) attributed to the sage Patanjali, who is considered one of the greatest yoga philosophers. The sutras are divided into four chapters, each addressing different aspects of yoga.The Book of the Spiritual Man refers to a translation or interpretation of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. This text explores the spiritual dimensions of yoga and delves into the principles and practices that lead to self-realization and enlightenment.The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali provide a philosophical foundation for yoga practice; they consist of 196 sutras attributed to the sage Patanjali.The Book of the Spiritual Man delves into the spiritual dimensions of yoga; it explores principles and practices leading to self-realization.Patanjali, considered one of the greatest yoga philosophers; his sutras are divided into four chapters addressing different aspects of yoga.The ancient wisdom encapsulated in the Yoga Sutras emphasizes the path of self-discovery; practitioners follow these aphorisms to attain a state of inner peace.Within The Book of the Spiritual Man, the reader encounters profound insights into the yogic path; it serves as a guide for those seeking spiritual growth and transformation.Meditation plays a pivotal role in the philosophy of yoga; it is explored in depth in the sutras, providing practitioners with practical techniques for achieving mental stillness.The sutras outline the yogic principles of balance and harmony; they guide individuals on a journey toward liberation from the constraints of the material world.Patanjali's teachings, encapsulated in the sutras, emphasize the importance of disciplined practice; consistency in yoga leads to a heightened awareness of the self.

"The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: The Book of the Spiritual Man" is a profound exploration of the ancient wisdom and timeless teachings encapsulated in the revered Yoga Sutras penned by the sage Patañjali. Embark on a transformative journey as you delve into the essence of yoga, not merely as a physical practice, but as a holistic and spiritual philosophy for harmonizing the mind, body, and soul.Patañjali's timeless wisdom, presented in this comprehensive guide, transcends cultural and temporal boundaries, offering seekers a roadmap to self-discovery and inner peace. Unveiling the path to spiritual enlightenment, the sutras guide readers through the profound principles of yoga, encompassing ethical guidelines (Yamas and Niyamas), physical postures (Asanas), breath control (Pranayama), and meditation (Dhyana).This illuminating text not only interprets the Yoga Sutras but also provides practical insights and applications for integrating these teachings into modern life. As you immerse yourself in the verses, you'll uncover the keys to unlocking the hidden potentials of the spiritual self and navigating the complexities of existence with grace and mindfulness.Whether you are a seasoned yogi or a curious beginner, "The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: The Book of the Spiritual Man" serves as a timeless companion, offering guidance on the profound journey toward self-realization and inner tranquility. Embrace the transformative power of ancient yogic wisdom and embark on a voyage towards a more balanced, meaningful, and spiritually enriched life.

The foundational text on the philosophy of yoga. A wonderful book to be read over and over again.About two millennia ago, the sage Patanjali synthesized and organized the teachings on yoga from older traditions into an intricately connected sequence of aphorisms. Hindu tradition regards The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali as the foundational text of yoga philosophy. The work fell into obscurity from the 12th to the 19th century, returning to prominence only in the late 19th century due to the efforts of the Theosophical Society, and then Swami Vivekananda, and others. This edition, translated by the Sanskrit scholar and Theosophist Charles Johnston, contains the original sutras without the addition of later commentaries. It allows the reader to directly engage with the essence of the philosophy of yoga in English.An edition containing Johnston's commentary is available in paperback (978-1-78943-001-1) and hardback (978-1-78943-003-5).

The Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali: "The Book Of The Spiritual Man" , An Interpretation By Charles JohnstonThis book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation and repair of original classic literature.In an attempt to preserve, improve and recreate the original content, we have worked towards:1. Type-setting & Reformatting: The complete work has been re-designed via professional layout, formatting and type-setting tools to re-create the same edition with rich typography, graphics, high quality images, and table elements, giving our readers the feel of holding a 'fresh and newly' reprinted and/or revised edition, as opposed to other scanned & printed (Optical Character Recognition - OCR) reproductions.2. Correction of imperfections: As the work was re-created from the scratch, therefore, it was vetted to rectify certain conventional norms with regard to typographical mistakes, hyphenations, punctuations, blurred images, missing content/pages, and/or other related subject matters, upon our consideration. Every attempt was made to rectify the imperfections related to omitted constructs in the original edition via other references. However, a few of such imperfections which could not be rectified due to intentional\unintentional omission of content in the original edition, were inherited and preserved from the original work to maintain the authenticity and construct, relevant to the work.We believe that this work holds historical, cultural and/or intellectual importance in the literary works community, therefore despite the oddities, we accounted the work for print as a part of our continuing effort towards preservation of literary work and our contribution towards the development of the society as a whole, driven by our beliefs. We are grateful to our readers for putting their faith in us and accepting our imperfections with regard to preservation of the historical content. HAPPY READING!

The sutras of the great sage Patanjali, which together constitute a landmark text in yoga spiritualism, are available here in this classic translation by theosophic scholar Charles Johnson.Historically the most translated of all ancient Indian texts, Patanjali's sutras since the beginning of the 20th century enjoyed audiences within and outside India. The translator Charles Johnson was one of Ireland's celebrated theosophists, with a great interest in the religious and philosophical texts of old. This edition originally appeared in 1912, and introduced yoga to Western audiences. The sutras explain the tenets of various yoga, and how the yogi is able to absorb energy and strengthen thereby. The means of gradually attaining a serene mental state known as Kaivalya as a precursor to the blissfulness of samadhi is detailed. The constant practice and disciplined honing of the bodily senses, and the differing forms of yoga used to achieve a state of perfection in each pillar of the practice.

The sutras of the great sage Patanjali, which together constitute a landmark text in yoga spiritualism, are available here in this classic translation by theosophic scholar Charles Johnson.Historically the most translated of all ancient Indian texts, Patanjali's sutras since the beginning of the 20th century enjoyed audiences within and outside India. The translator Charles Johnson was one of Ireland's celebrated theosophists, with a great interest in the religious and philosophical texts of old. This edition originally appeared in 1912, and introduced yoga to Western audiences. The sutras explain the tenets of various yoga, and how the yogi is able to absorb energy and strengthen thereby. The means of gradually attaining a serene mental state known as Kaivalya as a precursor to the blissfulness of samadhi is detailed. The constant practice and disciplined honing of the bodily senses, and the differing forms of yoga used to achieve a state of perfection in each pillar of the practice.

Samenvatting: Vertaling van een van de belangrijkste yogateksten; het kritisch commentaar belicht de context en de filosofische samenhang.Recensie:Uitdagende - soms gewaagde - vertaling van de belangrijkste yoga-tekst (4e eeuw v.Chr.).Het Sanskrit lijkt vrij van religieuze beïnvloeding vertaald te zijn, maar behoeft soms correctie. De uitgebreide inleiding en de commentaren en inleidingen bij ieder hoofdstuk verklaren de tekst, bieden analyses van de historische en religieuze context van de sutra's en belichten hun filosofische achtergrond. De tegenover elkaar afgedrukte getranscribeerde Sanskrit-tekst en de vertaling bevorderen de vergelijkingsmogelijkheid en leesbaarheid. Een Sanskrit-termenlijst en een index op de filosofische begrippen hadden de toegankelijkheid nog vergroot! De auteur, Oost-Westfilosoof, laat zich al jaren kennen als een origineel onderzoeker van de Indiase cultuur. Ondanks enkele verrassende misvattingen en -spellingen prikkelt dit boek tot nadenken en discussie, op zichzelf al een enorme verdienste. Voor kritische yoga-geïnteresseerden!