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Patanjali

Patanjali was an ancient Indian sage, traditionally dated to around the 2nd century BCE to the 5th century CE, best known as the compiler of the Yoga Sutras , a foundational text of classical Yoga philosophy. Drawing from Samkhya metaphysics and Buddhist meditative techniques, his work systematically outlines the eight limbs of yoga (Ashtanga) and the path to kaivalya (liberation) through the cessation of mental fluctuations. While also credited with seminal works on Sanskrit grammar ( Mahabhashya ) and Ayurveda, his enduring contribution lies in codifying the philosophical framework and practical discipline of Raja Yoga.

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Eastern Philosophy Pātañjala Yogadarśanam (पातञ्जलयोगदर्शनम्) – Patanjali Patanjali

The Pātañjala Yogadarśanam, more commonly known in English as the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, is the foundational text…

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Eastern Philosophy Vyākaraṇa Mahābhāṣya Navāhnika (व्याकरणमहाभाष्य नवाह्निक) – Patanjali Patanjali

The Navāhnika refers specifically to the first nine āhnikas (daily lessons or sections) of this monumental work.

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Eastern Philosophy Yoga Sutras (योगसूत्र) – Patanjali Patanjali

The Yoga-Sutras of Patanjali is one of the foundational texts of Indian philosophy, a compact manual of mnemonic…

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