- LIVE ONLINE PROGRAM
May 24- June 28, 2021
Patanjali Yoga Sutras: Study and Practice
Swami Brahmananda
6 WEEKLY SESSIONS, Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm ET
Course Description:
The course is both philosophical – inspirational, and practical, providing insights into Yogic wisdom and meditations. Swami Brahmananda offers a thorough study of the most important text for the yogis. You will learn practical tools to improve your own meditation practice and your spiritual journey. This is an ongoing series, where each course contains new teachings and highlights a different portion of the Yoga Sutras with a different focus on practice. It is meant for experienced and new students alike. Students will have the opportunity to get personal guidance from Swami Brahmananda on their studies and practices.
Raja Yoga, the royal path of mind control, is the most comprehensive and scientific approach to God-Realization. The precepts and doctrines of this ancient science were first compiled and explained by Patanjali Maharishi, the greatest psychologist of all time. Never has man’s mind been so completely analyzed. Never has the process of eliminating human suffering been so succinctly presented. The methods of Raja Yoga are profound and timeless. They are the most useful techniques available to modern man beset by the tremendous stresses and strains of our competitive society.
What you'll learn:
- How to purify negative thoughts. The course will include an in depth study of the main negative thoughts such as desire, anger, hatred, jealousy etc and practical methods of purifying them.
- Additional teachings about purification of negative thoughts from the book Mind Its Mysteries and Control by Swami Sivananda.
- Enhance your meditation practice – gain practical teachings from the most authoritative Yogic scripture on meditation to enhance your own practice. The course will focus on the portions of the Patanjali Yoga Sutras which are practice-oriented. Learn to meditate with the mantra OM.
- Yoga Philosophy – gain a thorough understanding of the teachings of the Patanjali Yoga Sutras.
- Yoga Psychology – learn in-depth knowledge of the workings of the mind and powerful techniques of how to purify it, attain wisdom and abiding peace.
Additional Information:
Offered as 6 weekly sessions on Mondays, May 24, 31, June 7, 14, 21, 28 6:30-8:30pm ET
The Patanjali Yoga Sutras: Study and Practice courses are an ongoing series, where each course contains new teachings and highlights a different portion of the Yoga Sutras with a different focus on practice.
This program is offered live through Zoom webinar with the availability for students to interact through Q&A with the presenter.
For enrolled students, a video recording will be available after each class in the event you miss a class or would like to review the content.
It is possible to register and take the course at any time. You can catch up on any classes you miss with the recordings.
Requirements and Recommendations:
- No experience necessary. This program is open to beginners as well as advanced practitioners.
- Viewing Device: Desktop or laptop computer will provide the best experience, although you can also connect via a tablet or smartphone.
- Internet connection: High-speed broadband wired or wireless is best.
- Video: Download Zoom to your computer, or install the Zoom app to your device. For interactive group sessions, a webcam or integrated camera will allow others to feel more connected with you.
- Audio: Headphone speakers are recommended. If you wish to participate vocally, a headset with a microphone will be ideal.
Course Includes:
- 12 hours of on-demand video
- 6 live sessions of 2 hours of study from the Patanjali Yoga sutras and guided practices. Each class includes teachings, practice time and dedicated time for questions and answers
- Home guided practices – including recorded guided meditations
- Feedback and personal guidance on student’s home practices
- Availability to ask questions about the studies and practices between classes
- Course Manual
Swami Brahmananda is a monk and senior teacher of the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centers and is the current Manager of the Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat in the Bahamas. Swami Brahmananda joined the Sivananda organization in 1999 and was initiated into Sannyasa (monasticism) in 2006.
A long-time practitioner of yoga, meditation and philosophical studies, he regularly teaches meditation and yoga philosophy for the Sivananda Yoga Teachers’ Training Courses as well as the Advanced Yoga Teachers’ Training Courses. He also teaches online courses on the Patanjali Yoga Sutras and Vedanta. Swami Brahmananda is a much-loved, inspiring, and knowledgeable teacher.