They have once again asked me: why in general read ancient texts, the more so commentaries on them? Why a person like me, a modern yogi who is rather future-focused than past-minded, the one who objects to traditionalism in all its manifestations and gives skeptical smile to talks on “paramparas” and consecrations, decided to spend… Continue reading Why Read Ancient Texts?
Category: tantra
Sutra 1.39. Yoga Sutra and Tantra
The subject of Tantra has definitely captured the attention, so I’ve created some intrigue. In order not to keep the reader in suspense I shall just say that: 1. NO, Patanjali did not use the word “tantra” in Yoga Sutras. 2. YES, he highlighted a group of techniques that were later made a groundwork of… Continue reading Sutra 1.39. Yoga Sutra and Tantra