PÁTAŇJALA YOGA SÜTRAS I
Semester: I
Sub Code: BSC T 104
Credits: 4
Hours/Wk: 4
Total Hrs: 60
Exam Marks: 50
IA Marks: 50
Exam Duration: 3 Hrs
Chapter 1 (13 hours)
An introduction to utility of Yoga-Sütras, Prerequisite for study of Yoga-Sütras, Division of Cittabhümikás, Definition of Yoga, Division of Vøttis
Chapter-2 (14 hours)
Yogic means to overcome Vøttis, Definition and division of Samádhi, The means to Samádhi, Definitions of Vikúepas and the means to overcome them
Note : Indepth study of this magnum opus requires the study of Yoga-Bháúya by Vyásamuni and other commentaries written by Vácaspatimiùra, Vijòánabhikúu, Sadáùiva Brahmendra etc.
Chapter-3 (13 hours)
The definition and utility of Kriyá yoga, Kleùas and their role in developing mental knots, Discrimination between Sukha and Duçkha, The role of Vivekakhyáti in eradicating mental traumas.
Chapter–4 (13 hours)
Division and definitions of Yogáñgas.
Note:
— 5 hours for taking a special guidance while preparing their assignments and doing reference works.
— 2 hours for conducting seminars and colloquiums.
Text Book:
1 Dr. Sarasvati Mohan, Sanskrit Level-1 Sharadh Enterprises, Bangalore, 2007
2. Dr. Sarasvati Mohan, DVD and CD
Reference books:
Yoga-Sütras published by Ramakrishnashram, Divinelife Society, Bihar School of Yoga and S-VYÁSA. |
