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obtained from such practices. These selected Sutras are examples of the scope of this practice: Yogas Chitta Vrtti Nirodhah – Sutra 1.2 The restraint of the modifications of the mind-stuff is yoga. The entire science of yoga is based on this. Patanjali has given the definition of yoga and at the same time, the practice. “If you can control the rising of the mind into ripples, you will experience Yoga.” 8 Limbs of Ashtanga Yoga – Sutra 2.29 Steps to quiet one’s mind and merge with the infinite • Yama – Social Ethics, “restraints” – Karma Yoga Ahimsa – nonviolence, reducing harm Satya – truth Asteya – non stealing Brahmacarya – appropriate use of one’s vital energy Aparigraha – non possessiveness Niyama – Personal ethics, “internal restraints”, self-observation – Bhakti Yoga Sauca – purity, cleanliness Santosa – contentment Tapas – practice causing change, “heat” Svadhyaya – self-study/observation (especially mantra) Ishvara Pranidhana – devotion, surrender to a higher force Asana – Posture, sitting – Raja Yoga Sutras 2.46 – The posture is firm and soft. • • • • • • • • • • • • • 97 of 1039