Ashtanga Path Flashcards

Flashcards from lecture notes on the eight limbs of yoga.

1. Yama

Ethical codes/guidelines of behaviors on how to act in the world.

(A.1) Ahimsa

Non-violence, compassion for all beings and to yourself.

(B.1) Satya

Truthful communication, "speak your truth".

(C.1) Asteya

Not stealing, material-non material.

(D.1) Brahmacharya

Sacred sexuality.

(E.1) Aparigraha

Non-attachment, letting go, not grasping.

2. Niyama(s)

Guidelines/ethical/codes of behavior/ how to act with yourself.

(A.2) Saucha

Purity, cleanness.

(B.2) Santosha

Contentment, only constant is change.

(C.2) Tapas

Burning enthusiasm, passion.

(D.2) Svadhyaya

Self study or self inquiry.

(E.2) Ishvara pranidhana

Celebration of the spiritual/divine.

3. Asana

"A comfortable seat", postures.

4. Pranayama

Breathing practices, "harness your life force”.

5. Pratyhara

Withdraw the senses.

6. Dharana

Single-pointed focus.

7. Dhyana

Meditation, un-interrupted flow of concentration.

8. Samadhi

Enlightenment, bliss, nirvana.