This course explains Chapter 1 of the Yoga Sutra, systematically and clearly, from a foundation of the traditional commentaries presented to you by A. G. Mohan and Indra Mohan.
In the first chapter of the Yoga Sutra, ‘Samadhi Pada’, Patanjali gives the precise definition, the purpose and the benefits of yoga.
The chapter then goes on to describe the five categories of cognition, practice and non-attachment, the obstacles the yogi may face, and a series of important skills for steadying and clearing the mind to overcome those obstacles
Explaining the various stages of samadhi, the first chapter leads all the way to permanent peace, kaivalya, the goal of the text.
Course Videos
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PreviewWhat is Yoga? (5:08)
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StartResult of restraint and otherwise (4:28)
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StartRestraining the activities of the mind (5:05)
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StartThe five categories of thought processes for nirodha (3:21)
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StartThe thought and latent impression cycle (2:40)
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StartThe list of five thought processes (3:05)
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StartValid knowledge – direct perception (3:17)
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StartInference (3:20)
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StartVerbal and written testimony (2:13)
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StartFalse knowledge/viparyaya (2:29)
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StartKnowledge based on words (without corresponding objects) – vikalpa (2:48)
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StartSleep is a thought processs (vritti) (4:03)
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StartWhat is memory? (3:21)
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StartSummary of sutras 5-11 (4:42)
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StartPractice and detachment are the means to nirodha (3:23)
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StartWhat is practice? (2:26)
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StartWhen will the practice become deeply rooted? (3:40)
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StartThe four stages of detachment (3:31)
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StartNature of ultimate detachment (3:57)
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StartWhat is Samprajnata Samadhi? (3:02)
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StartWhat is Asamprajnata Samadhi? (3:37)
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StartTwo categories of yogis and rebirth (2:21)
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StartSteps to reach the state of permanent peace (3:59)
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StartSummary of sutras 1-22 (7:22)
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StartConcept of Isvara: Introduction to sutras 23-29 (3:19)
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StartSpecial devotion to Isvara - Sutra 1:23 (4:18)
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StartWho is Isvara? - Sutra 1:24 (3:37)
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StartSpecial features of Isvara 1:25&26 (3:34)
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StartThe methodology of pranidhana 1:27 (3:40)
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StartHow to meditate with pranava 1-28 (3:27)
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StartThe result of Isvara pranidhana 1-29 (3:34)
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StartThe nine mental distractions - Sutra 30 (3:42)
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StartThe accompanying symptoms - Sutra 31 (3:52)
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StartStay with one support - Sutra 32 (2:59)
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StartThe bhavanas to cleanse the mind - Sutra 33 (4:51)
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StartUse of breath to bring about mental steadiness - Sutra 34 (3:08)
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StartExtraordinary sense perceptions for mental steadiness - Sutra 35 (2:48)
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StartMeditation on heart lotus or a mind devoid of desire - Sutra 36&37 (3:12)
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StartMeditation on sleep-dream or an object of one's choice - Sutra 38&39 (3:38)
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StartSummary of sutras 1.31-39 (5:34)
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StartMental steadiness leads to samapatti - Sutra 40 (3:00)
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StartNature of samapatti - Sutra 41 (3:57)
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StartNature of realization with vikalpa – savitarka and savicara samapattis - Sutra 42 (3:16)
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StartNature of realization without vikalpa – nirvitarka and nirvicara samapattis - Sutras 43-44 (3:27)
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StartRealization of the ultimate root cause sutras - Sutras 45-46 (2:28)
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StartNirvicara samadhis and its resultant knowledge - Sutras 47-49 (2:53)
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StartNirbija samadhi and ultimate realisation - Sutras 50-51 (2:02)
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StartSummary of sutras 40-51 (6:11)
Your Instructor (s)
A. G. Mohan was a student of "the father of modern yoga," Yogacarya Sri T. Krishnamacharya (1888-1989), for eighteen years. He is the author of several books on yoga, including Yoga for Body, Breath, and Mind; Yoga Reminder; Yoga Therapy; and Krishnamacharya: His Life and Teachings.
Read more for a detailed timeline of Mohan’s studies
Indra Mohan has been practicing and teaching yoga for more than three decades. Along with her husband A.G. Mohan, she continues to study and deepen her knowledge in yoga and related fields. She is one of the few people who received a post-graduate diploma in yoga from Krishnamacharya. Her profound understanding of yoga and Ayurveda and how it applies to all aspects of our health, particularly in the area of women’s’ health is inspirational.
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About YogaKnowledge.net
YogaKnowledge.net is an online learning platform devoted to the dissemination of knowledge of yoga and other related disciplines through short, easy to understand video talks. Presented by A. G. Mohan and Indra Mohan, who for the last 40+ years have studied, practiced and taught according to the ancient foundations of yoga, these talks offer profound insight for all persons seeking personal transformation and meaning in their lives.