Patanjali, credited for codifiying the Yoga Sutras writes in sutra II.28 yoganganusthanat asuddhikasaye jnanadiptih avivekakhyateh.B.K.S. Iyengar translates this in, Light on the Yoga Sutras on Patanjali, as:
By dedicated practice of the various aspects of yoga impurities are destroyed: the crown of wisdom radiates in glory.
So, by regular and devoted practice, the impurities of the body and mind are removed, as well as the causes of afflictions, leading to wisdom. The various aspects of yoga are the eight limbs which include yama, niyama, asana, pranayama, pratyahara, dharana, dhyana and samadhi. These have been written about in previous posts...and I'm sure I will again.
Mr. Iyengar writes, "Here, instead of the usual word abhyasa (repeated practice), anusthana is used. It is a dignified and noble word with a spiritual import, implying practice with dedication or religious fervour. The former bring stability: the latter develops maturity of intelligence."
He ends saying that, "Yoga can cure or lessen our physical, mental, moral and spiritual sufferings. Perfection and success are certain only if one practices with love and whole-hearted dedication."
With love,
Pamela Nelson
www.plnyoga.vpweb.com
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