Yoga Sutra Chapter 1 - Samādhi Pāda
Yoga Sutra Chapter 1 - Samādhi Pāda
The first chapter, Samādhi Pāda, defines yoga, its nature, and the obstacles to achieving a state of equanimity. Each sūtra is presented with the original Devanāgarī script, definitions for each word, and multiple translations, offering a rich and nuanced understanding of the text.
Translations Included
This course draws from works such as:
T.K.V. Desikachar; The Heart of Yoga
Bernard Bouanchaud; The Essence of Yoga
B.K.S. Iyengar; Light on the Yoga Sūtras of Patañjali
Frans Moors; Liberating Isolation
Nischala Joy Devi; The Secret Power of Yoga
Through a deep, contemplative study of Samādhi Pāda, this course invites you to engage with the sūtras in their original form while gaining insight from current leading scholars. Whether you are new to The Yoga Sūtra or revisiting it with fresh eyes, this journey supports your practice of yoga, fostering practical application in daily life, behavior, and relationships—with yourself and others.