Yoga Sutras Context

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Yoga_Sutras_Context_&_Intro_Assessment

Please answer any one of the following in the Forum:

  1. Learn about the authorship of the Yoga Sutras and the meaning and use of the sutra style.
  2. Consider why Sanskrit is well-suited for communicating these teachings and an issue related to translating the text into English.
  3. Examine the branch of yoga from which the Yoga Sutras arise and how the teachings compare to Buddhist philosophy. 

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali Context

Lesson Overview

In this lesson, we explore the historical context around the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali.

Objective

Gain a basic understanding of the historical context of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and build a foundation for deeper exploration of the teachings.

Description

Learn about the authorship of the Yoga Sutras and the meaning and use of the sutra style. Consider why Sanskrit is well-suited for communicating these teachings and an issue related to translating the text into English. Examine the branch of yoga from which the Yoga Sutras arise and how the teachings compare to Buddhist philosophy. 

Vocabulary

Yoga Foundational Philosophies-Yoga Foundational Philosophies-Vocabulary

  1. Patanjali — Codifier of The Yoga Sutras
  2. Sanskrit — A sacred language designed to convey subtlety and communicate spiritual insights
  3. Sutra — Summaries of teachings