Light on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Light on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
Authors and Contributors      By (author) B. K. S. Iyengar
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:384
Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 153
Category/GenreHinduism
ISBN/Barcode 9780007145164
ClassificationsDewey:294.5436
Audience
General
Edition New edition

Publishing Details

Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
Imprint Thorsons
Publication Date 21 October 2002
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

These are amongst the world's most revered and ancient teachings. Discussing life, Yoga and how to follow the path of spiritual enlightenment, the Sutras are as relevant today as ever before. Written more than 2000 years ago by the Indian sage Patanjali, the Yoga Sutras are the earliest and most influential Hindu and Yoga texts in existence. Today, they still provide us with a profound and enlightening study of what it means to be human. Patanjali shows the reader how we can transform ourselves through the practice of yoga, gain mastery over the mind and emotions, and overcome obstacles to our spiritual evolution. As well as the basic commentary and translation, the book is thoroughly cross-referenced, resulting in a book that is of value both to students of Indian philosophy and practitioners of yoga.

Author Biography

B.K.S. Iyengar is the world's most respected yoga teacher. Widely credited as the person who brought yoga to the West, his teaching practice has been hugely influential over decades. He lives and teaches in Pune, India. www.bksiyengar.com

Reviews

"Patanjali's Yoga Sutras is the bible of yoga..." Godfrey Devereux "BKS Iyengar is renowned throughout the world... his inspired commentary on the ageless treatise by the ancient sage speaks to the soul of every dedicated yogi." Phil Catalfo, Yoga Journal