Patanjali Yogasutra

Sunday, April 25, 2010

Yogasutra vibhutipada sutra 22-23

Yogasutra Vibhutipada sutra 23-24

Sri Sadgurbhyoh Namah

23. maitri aadishu balani

Meaning : Samyama on positive qualities strengthens them, for ex: samyama on friendliness strengthens that particular aspect.

24. baleshu hasti bala-adini

Meaning : By samyama (dharana, dhyana, samadhi) on strength of elephant, yogi knows what strength is.

commentary : It is not meant that one acquires a strength equivalent to an elephant. The strength of friendly feeling might be even more greater than an elephant's strength. The strength of positive feelings like friendliness should be more or great than an elephant's strength.

Hari OM

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