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Category Archives: Sunday Sutra Study

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The Vital “Winds”-Vayus

The Yoga Place Posted on April 11, 2022 by Jennie Williford CIYTApril 11, 2022

In the last Yoga Sutra Discussion Group we discussed three more sutras in the third chapter regarding yogic powers that relate to integration of the energetic “winds” called the vayus and the elements of earth, water, and fire. Yoga Sutra … Continue reading →

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Knowledge and Sight of the Soul

The Yoga Place Posted on March 11, 2022 by Jennie Williford CIYTMarch 11, 2022

Our last Yoga Sutra Discussion Group was a great opportunity to recap the Cosmology of yoga and the very essence of of “why” we practice. To understand the 36th (and sometimes 35th depending on translation) sutra in the third chapter … Continue reading →

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Knowledge of Self – Chakras and Nadis

The Yoga Place Posted on January 13, 2022 by Jennie Williford CIYTJanuary 13, 2022

In our last discussion of The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, we discussed three more sutras that have to do with knowledge of the nadis and chakras (energy lines and centers) and the ability for that knowledge and integration (samyama) to … Continue reading →

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Yogi Knowledge : Of Self and Universe

The Yoga Place Posted on December 5, 2021 by Jennie Williford CIYTDecember 5, 2021

In our last Yoga Sutra discussion group we discussed sutras 27-29 in the Third Chapter on “yogic powers”. In these sutras it becomes clear in the various commentaries that the internal universe for the yogi corresponded directly with the external … Continue reading →

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Internal and External Universe

The Yoga Place Posted on November 8, 2021 by Jennie Williford CIYTNovember 8, 2021

Our last discussion of The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali revolved around a more integrated understanding of “strength”. The practice of yoga leads toward perfection in compassion and friendliness in all situations and toward all beings, therefore bringing the yogi a … Continue reading →

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Friendliness, Strength, and Inner Light

The Yoga Place Posted on October 12, 2021 by Jennie Williford CIYTOctober 12, 2021

In our last Yoga Sutra discussion group, we covered the yoga sutras in the third chapter highlighting the “powers” that arise from the heightening and integration of the senses – manipulation of visibility, sound, smell, taste, and touch. We had … Continue reading →

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The Subtle Body, Senses, and Fruits of Action

The Yoga Place Posted on September 9, 2021 by Jennie Williford CIYTSeptember 9, 2021

As we proceed with the “naturally super” powers of yoga explained within the third chapter of The Yoga Sutras, we must continue to discuss the concepts of samyama (integration), samadhi (spiritual freedom), and all the layers of consciousness. For most … Continue reading →

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Knowing Your Own Mind – And Possibly Others

The Yoga Place Posted on August 21, 2021 by Jennie Williford CIYTAugust 21, 2021

I know I am a bit late in writing about our last Yoga Sutra Study group and the upcoming Sutras for discussion on Aug 29th at 11:00am, but I hope that you can join us again for these great discussions … Continue reading →

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Transforming Consciousness, Transforming Matter

The Yoga Place Posted on June 29, 2021 by Jennie Williford CIYTJune 29, 2021

As we proceed through Chapter 3 of The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, we are coming to realize the power harnessed by a changing consciousness. With the integration (samyama) of concentration (dharana), meditation (dhyana), and ultimate freedom within the consciousness (samadhi) … Continue reading →

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Calming the Waves of Consciousness

The Yoga Place Posted on June 2, 2021 by Jennie Williford CIYTJune 2, 2021

Our next meeting of The Yoga Sutra Study group will be Sunday, June 27th at 11:00am. As has been the case, it will be LIVE and ONLINE, so sign up for ZOOM link here. It is free and open to … Continue reading →

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