Yoga Sūtras – Samādhi Pādaḥ
This is a course that runs for 15 classes, covering the chanting and learning key concepts of the first chapter – Samādhi pādaḥ of The Yoga Sūtras of Patañjali. It is recommended to study one class each week. You may of course take longer or sooner to go through the course depending on your personal progress. Each week, we recite about 10 Sūtras, learning the correct pronunciation, with the intention to memorise the Sūtras. Vocabulary and the main points from the traditional commentaries of Vyāsa, Vijñānabhikṣu, Hariharānanda and others are succinctly discussed.
- By the end of this course you will:
- Have an introduction to the Indian philosophical systems & learn where Yoga fits in.
- Understand the principle components of the genre of Sūtra literature & who was Patañjali.
- Understand clearly, the definition of Yoga according to Patañjali
- Learn to recite all 51 Sūtras of the first chapter of the Yoga Sūtras, learning their pronunciation and becoming familiar with the vocabulary.
- Have an introduction to Sanskrit – alphabet, pronunciation exercises using āsana names for examples and etymology of important terminology from the text.
- Learn all the key concepts from this chapter in a succinct and clear way. For example – Īśvara will be introduced with clarity and practical purpose.
- Optional: Test your knowledge through a quiz, short answer assignments & submitting an audio recording of your chanting. On successful completion you will receive a certificate (online).
€270,00
How this course works
Through step-by-step audio, video and text based lessons, you will be able to progress in your study of learning to chant the Sūtras (with the intention to memorise them) and explore the key concepts of Samādhi Pādaḥ
Each lesson will provide several audio lessons – 1) Repeating in sections and then full Sūtra along with a group 2) Repeating full Sūtras along with a group 3) Repeating in sections and then full Sūtra with only the voice of your teacher 4) Repeating full Sūtras with only the teacher’s voice.
There is one (approximately 30 minutes) video with each lesson with the key concept of the week.
There are handouts and a summary of the video that you can download.
It is recommended to practice the chanting consistently each week! It is idea to study only one lesson a week and not rush the learning. Allow time in between classes to reflect and digest.
Course Curriculum
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Welcome!
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Download text for chanting
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Invocation mantras – chanting
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Veda chanting & Yoga Sūtras chanting – the difference
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Learn – Gaṇapati prārthana
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Learn – Sarasvati prārthana
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Learn – Saha nāvavatu
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Learn – Patañjali invocation
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Meaning – invocatory mantras
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A little sample – Yoga Sūtras chanting
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The Path of the Yoga Sūtras – Nicolai Bachman (Beginners)
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The heart of Yoga – Desikachar (Intermediate)
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The Yoga Sūtras of Patañjali – Bryant (advanced)
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Yoga Philosophy of Patañjali – Hariharānanda (advanced)
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The unadorned thread of yoga – Zambito (Sanskrit etymology)
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Chanting Sūtras 1.1 – 1.7
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Introduction to Indian knowledge systems
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On chanting the Sūtras – a little primer
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Sūtra Literature – Key features
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Who is Patañjali
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Chanting Sūtras 1-10 Repeat after teacher
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Chanting Sūtras 1-10 fast practice
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Chanting Sūtras 1-10 – Final practice
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Yoga Definition according to Patañjali
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Chanting Sūtras 5-14 slow practice
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Chanting Sūtras 5-14 fast practice
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Download Vṛtti-s Table of Understanding
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Vṛitti-s – Modifications of the Mind
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Chanting – Slow practice Sūtras 10-20
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Chanting – Fast practice Sūtras 10-20
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Abhyāsa Vairāgya – download table of understanding
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Abhyāsa Vairāgya – Video explanation
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Download Sanskrit Alphabet Sheet
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Download Sanskrit Alphabet Guide with examples
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Vowel Sounds
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Guttural Consonant Sounds 1st Row
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ka – Guttural Sounds Practice
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kha – Guttural Sounds Practice
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ga – Guttural Sounds Practice
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gha – Guttural Sounds Practice
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ṅa – Guttural Nasal sound Practice
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Voice & Unvoiced Consonants
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Nasal Sound Useful Tip
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Palatal Consonant Sounds – 2nd Row
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ca – Palatal Sounds Practice
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cha – Palatal Sounds Practice
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ja – Palatal Sounds Practice
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jha – Palatal Sounds Practice
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ña – Nasal Palatal Sound Practice
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Cerebral Consonant Sounds 3rd Row
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ṭa – Cerebral Sounds Practice
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ṭha – Cerebral Sounds Practice
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ḍa – Cerebral Sounds Practice
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ḍha – Cerebral Sounds Practice
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ṇa – Cerebral Sounds Practice
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Dental & Labial Consonant Sounds 4th & 5th Row
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ta – Dental Sounds Practice
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tha – Dental Sounds Practice
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da – Dental Sounds Practice
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dha – Dental Sounds Practice
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na – Nasal Dental Sound Practice
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pa – Labial Sounds Practice
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pha – Labial Sounds Practice
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ba – Labial Sounds Practice
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bha – Labial Sounds Practice
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ma – Nasal Labial Sounds Practice
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Semi Vowels
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Sibilant Sounds
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śa – Sibilant Sound Practice
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ṣa – Sibilant Sound Practice
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sa – Sibilant Sound Practice
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ha – Sibilant Sound Practice
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Anusvāra & Visarga
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Discussion area
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Mid term quiz!
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Chanting Sūtras 16-26 Slow Practice
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Chanting Sūtras 16-26 Fast Practice
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Samprajñātaḥ – video explanation
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Chanting Sūtras 19-29 slow practice
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Chanting Sūtras 19-29 fast practice
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Śraddha – video explanation
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Śraddha Sūktam – Hymn from the Vedas
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Sūtras 23-30 slow practice
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Sūtras 23-30 fast practice
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Īśvara – video explanation
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Sūtras 29-36 slow practice
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Sūtras 29-36 fast practice
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Antarāya – Video explanation
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Sūtras 33-41 – slow practice
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Sūtras 33-41 – fast practice
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Video explanation – Citta Prasādana
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Chanting Sūtras 40-51 slow practice
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Chanting Sūtras 40-47 fast practice
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Video explanation – Prerequisite understanding for stages of Samādhi
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Sutras chanting – 45-51 Slow practice
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Sutras chanting – 40-51 fast practice
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Video – Stages of Samādhi
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Chanting Full Practice
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Video – Key Take Aways
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Video – Full Samādhi Pāda chanting with group
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Ask your questions here!
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Instructions
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Quiz – Multiple choice
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Short answer question -1
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Short answer question -2
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Upload your audio recording!
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Class 01 (07/09)- Introduction to IKS, Invocation & Sūtra literature
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Class 02 (14/09) – Yoga definition & goal
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Class 03 (21/09) – Vṛtti
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Class 04 (28/09) – Abhyāsa – Vairāgya
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Class 05 (05/10) – Asaṃprajñāta Samādhi
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Class 06 (11/10) – Śraddhā
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Class 07 (19/10) – Īśvara
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Class 08 (02/11) – Antarāya
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Class 09 (09/11) – Citta Prasādana
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Class 10 (16/11) – Stages of samādhi – 1
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Class 11 (23/11) -Stages of Samādhi – 2
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Class 12 (30/11) – Summary
Your Samādhi Pādaḥ Course Includes
15 Step-By-Step Yoga Sūtra Lessons
Structured lessons and an effective & meditative way to study.
Video Lessons
Video recordings that allow you to go through key concepts of the first chapter.
Downloadable handouts and summary
With each video, you can download a summary of the discussion for a quick revision and to go through the key concepts in a different way (by reading instead of watching a video!).
Frequently asked Questions
When does the course start and finish?
Although designed as a 15 week study course, you can start and finish at any point. This is a self-paced learning course.
How long do I have access to the course?
Unlimited !! You can watch the videos and listen to the audio recitations as long as you wish. I will also keep adding more content or update content and you will continue to have access to these updates.
Can I have face to face interaction with the Instructor
This is currently not offered with the online-only study option. You may however post your questions in the discussion area located at the end of the course. You may also send a message from your member’s area.
Does this course have a certificate?
Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion on submission of the assignment requirement at the end of this course. The assignment submission is completely optional and only those who wish to have a certificate can pursue this.
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