The wisdom of Patañjali's Yoga sutras: a new translation and guide

"A new translation of: The yoga sutras of Patanjali, the ancient Indian text which sets forth the practical and philosophical foundations of yoga, presented here with extensive commentary and spiritual exercises to assist in the practice and understanding of one's own spiritual search"--Provided by publisher. Some of yogas most important writings, Patanjalis Yoga Sutras have remained relevant for 2,300 years because of their wisdom and inspiration. In the Yoga Sutras, Patanjali prescribes adherence to eight "limbs" or steps to quiet the mind and achieve the sacred state of kaivalya. Spread throughout are Patanjalis 196 aphorisms, found in each of the book's four chapters: Samadhi Pada (blissful state where the yogi is absorbed into the One), Sadhana Pada (practice or discipline), Vibhuti Pada (power or manifestation), and Kaivalya Pada (liberation). In The Wisdom of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, noted scholar and longtime practitioner Ravi Ravindra offers a fresh, direct translation of Patanjalis text. Ravindras enriching, extensive commentary and his spiritual exercises make this book an integral part of daily practice.