Yoga Sutras of Patanjali is an ancient Indian text that outlines the philosophy and practices of Yoga.

• Yoga is defined as the cessation of the modifications of the mind.
• The eight limbs of Yoga are: Yamas, Niyamas, Asanas, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, and Samadhi.
• The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali emphasize the importance of self-awareness and the cultivation of awareness through meditation and introspection.
• The text also discusses the concept of the three gunas (qualities) of nature: sattva, rajas, and tamas, and how to balance them in the practice of Yoga.
• The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali are considered one of the most important texts in the history of Yoga and have had a profound impact on the development of Eastern spirituality.