Yogasara-Sangraha of Vijnana Bhikshu 1894

The Yogasara-Sangraha of Vijnana Bhikshu is a book that was originally written in Sanskrit by Vijnana Bhikshu, a 16th-century Indian philosopher and scholar. This particular edition of the book was translated into English by Ganganatha Jha and published in 1894.The book is a comprehensive guide to the practice of yoga, covering a wide range of topics including the nature of the self, the different types of yoga, the importance of meditation, and the attainment of spiritual liberation. It is considered to be one of the most important texts on yoga and has been studied and practiced by yogis and scholars for centuries.The Yogasara-Sangraha is divided into four sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of yoga. The first section discusses the nature of the self and the importance of self-realization in the practice of yoga. The second section covers the different types of yoga, including Hatha yoga, Raja yoga, and Karma yoga, and provides detailed instructions on how to practice each one.The third section of the book is dedicated to the practice of meditation, with detailed instructions on how to meditate and achieve a state of deep concentration. The final section of the book discusses the attainment of spiritual liberation, or moksha, and provides guidance on how to achieve this ultimate goal of yoga.Overall, The Yogasara-Sangraha of Vijnana Bhikshu is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the practice of yoga, providing valuable insights and practical advice for anyone looking to deepen their understanding and practice of this ancient spiritual tradition.An English Translation with Sanskrit Text of the Yogasara-Sangraha of Vijnana Bhikshu.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.