The Yamas are the first limb in Patanjali's Astanga (eight-limbed) yoga. Yama means moral or ethical injunctions. The second yama is satya or truthfulness.
Patanjali's Yoga Sutra II.36 says, satyapratisthayam kriyaphalasrayatvam.
When the sadhaka (practitioner) is firmly established in the practice of truth, his words become so potent that whatever he says comes to realization.
Just like we need to practice ahimsa, or non-harming in words, thoughts and deeds, the practice of truthfulness needs to extend to every cell in the body.
Namaste.
Pamela Nelson
www.plnyoga.vpweb.com
Enjoy the benefits of yoga because yoga is for EVERYONE! Yoga aims to develop endurance, balance, strength and align the body correctly. Not only does yoga help to improve your physical wellbeing..but also your mental well being. Please check with your doctor before starting any practice.
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