Please Note: This is part of a series of related topics. Use the quick menu above to navigate within this section.In this lesson, we introduce the Eight Limbs of Yoga.
Objective
Gain an understanding of the intention, teachings and tools of the Eight Limbs of Yoga.
Description
Introduce each of the Eight Limbs: yama, niyama, asana, pranayama, pratyahara, dharana, dhyana and samadhi. Explain why the last three limbs are in a different chapter than the first five. Translate and describe each of the limbs and present the reasoning behind the position that the yamas are the most important limb.
Vocabulary
antaranga yoga, asana, ashtanga yoga, bahiranga yoga, dharana, dhyana, eight limbs of yoga, niymas, pranayama, pratyahara, samadhi, samyama, yamas
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