Gokhale, Pradeep P. <br/><br/>
The Yogasutra of Patanjali:   A new  introduction to the buddhist Roots of the yoga System/ 
By Pradeep G. Gokhale  
 - New York:   Routledge,   2020. 
 - ix,239p.  Index 
<br/><br/>Introduction<br/>Chapter I: On Meditative Absorption (Samādhipādaḥ)<br/>Chapter II: On Means (Sādhanapādaḥ)<br/>Chapter III: On Supernormal Powers (Vibhūtipādaḥ)<br/>Chapter IV: On Isolation (Kaivalyapādaḥ)<br/>Chapter V: Concluding Observations<br/>Appendix I: Buddhist Conceptions of Meditation, Yoga and Bodhisattva’s Spiritual Journey vis-à-vis Pātañjala-yoga<br/>Appendix II: Asaṅga on Forms of Supernormal Knowledge and Powers (Abhijñās and Ŗddhis)<br/>Appendix III: Discrepancies between Patañjali’s Aphorisms and Vyāsa’s Interpretations 
<br/><br/> The introduction posits that understanding the Buddhist roots of yoga can deepen practitioners’ insights into both systems, enriching their spiritual journey. The text encourages a holistic view of yoga that acknowledges its diverse influences, fostering greater appreciation for its historical and philosophical complexity. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9780367634186 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Buddhism--India--Buddhist monasticism and religious orders<br/>Patanjali--Buddhist<br/>Yoga--Power yoga
<br/><br/><label>Dewey Class. No.: </label>294.3443  / GOK-Y