Essay name: Yoga-sutra with Bhashya Vivarana (study)
Author:
Susmi Sabu
Affiliation: University of Kerala / Department of Sanskrit
This essay studies the enduring and relevance of Yoga in India, highlighting its evolution from a comprehensive philosophy to primarily a physical practice. It further underscores the importance of studying Yoga texts to understand its historical trajectory. Special attention is given to the Patanjala Yogasutra Bhashya Vivarana, a significant work attributed to Adi Shankaracharya.
Chapter 6 - Conclusion
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CHAPTER-VI CONCLUSION The philosophy of Yoga is one of the ancient philosophies that India has produced. Even in this modern era, the importance of this philosophy increases day by day. The earliest usage of the term yoga is seen in the Vedic samhitas. Therefore, the references of Yoga, starting from the Vedic literature to the classical treatises are thoroughly examined to set down a background of this study. The meanings of the term yoga used in the Vedic period do not bear any association with the modern meaning i.e., a system of philosophy. In the Upanisadic period, yoga had established its meaning as a system of spiritual practices which prepares one to attain liberation. At the time of P膩峁噄ni, the term yogin had established the meaning- one who dwells in sam膩dhi. Grammatically, the word yoga can be derived from two different roots viz., 鈥榶uja sam膩dhau' and 鈥榶ujiryoge.' The commentators of Yogas奴tra generally accept the meaning mentioned by P膩峁噄ni and follow the first root i.e., yuja sam膩dhau while explaining the derivation of the word yoga. 316
