The 10 Yogic Principles
January 13th, 2009 by Evolution Yoga
The great sage of yoga Patanjali outlined a map for happiness and enlightenment that includes not only asana, but meditation and awareness of behavior and attitudes. The following are restraints and observances to practice on the path to contentment.
The Yamas, or Restraints
- ahimsa: nonharming
- satya: truthfulness
- asteya: non stealing
- brahmacharya: energy moderation
- aparigraha: nongrasping
The Niyamas, or Observances
- saucha: purity
- santosha: contentment
- tapas: right effort
- svadhyaya: self-study
- Ishvara pranidhana: dedication to the highest