Publisher's Synopsis
""An Introduction to the Study of Yoga Aphorisms of Patanjali"" is a book written by George C. Williams in 1894. The book is an introduction to the ancient Indian practice of yoga and focuses on the aphorisms of Patanjali, a famous Indian philosopher who is said to have compiled the Yoga Sutras. The book provides an overview of the philosophy and principles of yoga, including the eight limbs of yoga, which include ethical practices, physical postures, and meditation. It also explains the concept of Samadhi, a state of meditation where the mind is completely absorbed in the object of meditation. The book is aimed at students and practitioners of yoga who want to deepen their understanding of the practice and its history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of yoga and its philosophical underpinnings.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.