Overview and Structure of The Yoga Sutras
The “Yoga Sutras” by Sage Patanjali is a foundational text of classical yoga philosophy. It consists of 196 aphorisms divided into four chapters: Samadhi Pada (path of meditation), Sadhana Pada (practice), Vibhuti Pada (accomplishments), and Kaivalya Pada (liberation). The sutras explore the journey of self-realization, detailing mental discipline, the nature of the mind, and the path to spiritual enlightenment.