Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. Ancient Wisdom for Your Yoga

Geshe Michael Roach is the first Western person in 600 years to pass the Master of Buddhism exam at the Sera Mey Tibetan Monastery after 20 years of studying yoga and philosophy in India and Tibet. Geshe Michael is the author of over 30 translations of ancient texts, as well as global bestsellers such as "The Diamond Cutter" and "The Tibetan Book of Yoga." Whether you practice yoga regularly or are just thinking about starting, you can use this book in either case. Written about two thousand years ago, the Yoga Sutras are the original source of all forms of yoga in the modern world. It reveals the secret of how to make yoga work for you. This new translation of the Yoga Sutras is notable for its accuracy and thoroughness. It is easy to use in everyday life. The Sanskrit text of the original has been restored from ancient manuscripts and palm leaf manuscripts. The explanation of each verse is based on the analysis of hundreds of woodcuts found in the Himalayan region. The author shares his experience of practicing the teachings of yoga under the direct guidance of the best teachers in India and Tibet. In Michael Roach's book, you will find an authoritative commentary on each of the sutras. Geshe Michael's notes and explanations are simple and clear, free of unclear academic terminology or New Age jargon.