Podcast
Meet Patanjiali - Ep.6 Yoga Sutra: A text to be embodied
In this episode, we explore the structure of the Yoga Sutra of Patañjali and how it was designed to be experienced, not just read. We examine the concise aphorisms, the organization of the four chapters (pāda), and the progression from ethical foundations to meditation and samadhi. Listeners will learn how the text guides practitioners toward embodiment, turning philosophical principles into lived experience through disciplined practice and attentive awareness.
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Meet Patanjiali - Ep.3 The Gangetic plane: a hotbet for Yoga thinkers
In this episode, we explore the rich historical and cultural environment of the Indian subcontinent that gave rise to some of its most important thinkers, including Patañjali. We examine the social, philosophical, and spiritual currents of the time, highlighting the traditions, debates, and practices that shaped the intellectual landscape in which the Yoga Sutra emerged.
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Meet Patanjiali - Ep.2 Who was Patanjiali?
In this episode, we delve into the enigmatic figure of Patañjali, exploring how he has been portrayed across myth, history, and yogic literature. We examine the layers of legend surrounding his life, the historical evidence available, and how later texts and commentaries have shaped our understanding of him as both a sage and a foundational authority in the yoga tradition.
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