Niyamas Flashcards
1
Q
saucha
A
Cleanliness
2
Q
santosa
A
Contentment
Ok. I’ll have a Santosa instead of a Mimosa
3
Q
Svadhyaya
A
Study of the Self. (Hey Svad. Want to go to the library and study? We can study for the class Self 101)
4
Q
Ishvara Pranidhana
A
Surrender or devotion to God.
5
Q
Niyamas
A
Positive actions and attitudes. Disciplines that promote freedom from suffering and a deeper connection with the outside world.
The “Thou Shalts” of the eight-limbed yoga path.
6
Q
tapas
A
austerity
Fire
Heat
Burning desire to stick with an endeavor.
(We cook tapas food with fire)
