Sanskrit Introduction

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Please answer any one of the following in the Forum:

  1. Define the word “Sanskrit” and review its origins.
  2. Explore how the language is unique and how it may impact those who use it.
  3. Consider reasons that teachers may wish to use Sanskrit in their teaching, and considerations for increasing effectiveness when they do.

Sanskrit language-Sanskrit Introduction

Lesson Overview

In this lesson, we introduce the Sanskrit language.

Objective

Understand the value and importance of Sanskrit as the language of original yoga texts.

Description

Define the word “Sanskrit” and review its origins. Explore how the language is unique and how it may impact those who use it. Consider reasons that teachers may wish to use Sanskrit in their teaching, and considerations for increasing effectiveness when they do.