Yoga-sutras (Ancient and Modern Interpretations)
by Makarand Gopal Newalkar | 2017 | 82,851 words | ISBN-13: 9780893890926
This page relates ‘Relevance of Patanjala Yogadarshana in modern times’ of the English translation of the Yoga-sutras of Patanjali: an ancient Indian tradition spanning over 5000 years old dealing with Yoga:—Meditating the mind on the Atma leading to the realization of self. This study interprets the Yogasutras in light of both ancient and modern commentaries (e.g., Vyasa and Osho) while supporting both Sankhya and Vedanta philosophies.
Part 5 - Relevance of Pātañjala Yogadarśana in modern times
Yogadarśana is applied philosophy. It emphasizes on sādhanā (practice) and anubhūti (experience) finally leading to realization of self. It is therefore essential to understand various techniques given in the scripture in the right perspective. By study of ancient and modern commentaries especially by those who are adept in the field of Yoga, would lead to correct understanding and hence to adopt the right way for one’s spiritual journey.
The ancient commentaries help one digest the eternal values contained in the Yogasūtras, while the study of modern commentaries helps overcome problems peculiar to modern times. Since the nature of problems keep on changing from time to time, appropriate and problem specific solutions should be carved out from Pātañjala-Yogasūtras.