The Yoga-Sutra of Patañjali

The landmark scripture on classical yoga, these aphorisms by the sage Patanjali constitute a complete course in the philosophy of yoga and the attainment of self-realization.

Preface to the American Edition

Preface to the Original Edition

Introduction
Patañjali and the Exegetical Literature
Some Philosophical Concepts of Kriya-Yoga
Overview of Topics Discussed by Patañjali

Annotated Translation
Chapter One: Samadhi-Pada
Chapter Two: Sadhana-Pada
Chapter Three: Vibhuti-Pada
Chapter Four: Kaivalya-Pada

Continuous Translation

Word Index to the Yoga-Sutra

Bibliography

Guide to the Pronunciation of Sanskrit

Index

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