Ep #139: Patanjali's Wisdom: The Essence of Yoga Sutras with Akshay Bhat

Dive into the profound philosophy of the Yoga Sutras with Akshay Bhat in this insightful episode. Akshay begins by exploring the meaning and philosophy behind the Yoga Sutras, highlighting their significance and the wisdom of Patanjali, the ancient sage who authored these foundational texts. Patanjali's teachings are revered for their focus on cleansing the mind, speech, and body, encompassing the core principles of yoga, Sanskrit grammar, and Ayurveda. The discussion delves into the importance of understanding Shruti and Smriti in Vedanta, explaining how these concepts relate to the transmission and interpretation of divine knowledge. Through logical understanding, the Yoga Sutras provide a framework for living a life of ease and bliss. Akshay also touches on Buddha's journey to self-realization under the Bodhi Tree, drawing parallels between his experiences and the teachings of Patanjali. Listeners will gain insights into moments of bliss and peace in yoga practice, learning how these moments contribute to spiritual growth and self-realization. This episode sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the Yoga Sutras, offering valuable perspectives on the path to enlightenment and the practical application of ancient wisdom in modern life. Episode Chapters: 00:00 - The Meaning and Philosophy Behind the Yoga Sutras 07:04 - The Importance of the Yoga Sutras and Patanjali 10:10 - The Importance of Shruti and Smriti in Vedanta 15:39 - The Logical Understanding of the Yoga Sutras 24:06 - Buddha's Journey to Self-Realization under the Bodhi Tree 29:49 - Moments of Bliss and Peace in Yoga Practice Akshay’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akshaybhatyoga/ --- About Going Pro Yoga: At Going Pro Yoga, we help yoga teachers become even better by teaching them new skills and giving them the tools they need to make their yoga classes safe, fun, and special for everyone. **Right now you can try Going Pro Yoga FREE for 7-days and sample: All Tools Needed to Master Cueing, Sequencing, and Alignment Video Library of over 75 fully Sequenced Classes, Sequence Chunks, and Flows FIRST EVER Yoga Cueing System with Over 160 poses and Hundreds of Variations Wisdom Talks from over 20,000 Hours of Teaching Experience Anatomy and Injury Prevention as it relates to Yoga. To Learn More, Visit Going Pro Yoga, and⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Start your 7-Day Free Trial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! For more information about in-person trainings in Bali,⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.elementsofpoweryoga.com/advancedtrainings⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠