The Philosophy of Yoga (Yoga
Sutra 1.46)
by Bonnie C. Allan
Yoga Sutra 1.46 - Ta eva sabijah samadhih- Ecstatic Coincidence between
Subject and Object
"The term seed refers to the remaining subliminal activators (samskara) in
the depths of consciousness. They give rise to future mental activity and
thus to karma." The Yoga Tradition by Georg Feurstein, Ph.D.
"Samadhi--a state in which the aspirant is one with the object of his(/her)
meditation, the Supreme Spirit pervading the universe, where there is a
feeling of unutterable joy and peace." Light on Yoga by B.K.S.
Iyengar
When one is becoming inwardly aware, there are subtle, yet observable
developments. Even so, there is no discernible way to express them, one just
knows. The aspirant synchronizes and accepts his/her individuality, as
well as an enhanced power of observation. And so, it can be described as
both internal and external; within and without. Both aspects shall be
firm and pleasant as they become a vested part of the whole being.
Through spiritual maturity, which is both the threads of wisdom and ones
intuition, the self is truly known. To go there is to venture beyond
reason, and yet to go there is inviting, as well as somewhat frightening.
The intention is to inspire curiosity and discussion for understanding, the
goal being finding the joy within and without--be here now.
Paraphrased from:
Light on the Yoga Sutras of
Pantanjali
B.K.S Iyengar
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