Jainism and Patanjali Yoga (Comparative Study)

by Deepak bagadia | 2016 | 109,819 words

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This page relates ‘Yoga philosophy and practices’ of the study dealing with the Spiritual Practices of Jainism and Patanjali Yoga in the context of ancient Indian Philosophy (in Sanskrit: Darshana), including extracts from the Yogasutra and the Tattvartha-Sutra. The system of Yoga offers techniques which are scientifically designed for the spiritual development of an individual. Jainism offers ethicical principles and meditation practices to assist with spiritual development.

Chapter 2 - Yoga philosophy and practices

- Sub-Contents: (+ / -)

Part 1 - Yoga Philosophy and Practices

Part 2 - Patanjali and his Rajayoga

Part 3 - Various Scriptures of Yoga

Part 4 - The Concept and Content of Patanjali Yogadarsana

Part 4.1 - Meaning and purpose of Yoga

Part 4.2 - The concept of Citta

Part 4.3 - Cittavrtti (Modifications of mind)

Part 4.4 - Yogic techniques for control of Vrttis (1): Kriyayoga

Part 4.4 - Yogic techniques for control of Vrttis (2): Astangayoga

Part 4.4 - Yogic techniques for control of Vrttis (3): Abhyasa and Vairagya

Part 4.4 - Yogic techniques for control of Vrttis (4): Pranava Sadhana

Part 4.4 - Yogic techniques for control of Vrttis (5): Isvara-pranidhana

Part 4.5 - Obstacles on the path of Yoga (citta-viksepa)

Part 4.6 - Methods of Purification of Mind (citta-prasadana)

Part 4.7.1 - Klesas (Afflictions)

Part 4.7.2 - Yogic (Spiritual) Remedies

Part 4.8 - Doctrine of karma

Part 4.9 - Samadhi and Samapattis

Part 4.10 - Samyama and its effects (parinama)

Part 4.11 - Supernatural powers

Part 4.12 - Kaivalya (State of liberation)

Last Updated: 18 August, 2023

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