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Yoga Sutras Flashcards

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Who is the author of the Yoga Sutras?

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Patanjali

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What is the primary purpose of the Yoga Sutras?

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To provide a framework for the practice of yoga and the path to enlightenment.

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How many sutras are there in the Yoga Sutras?

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195

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What does ‘Yoga’ mean in the context of the Yoga Sutras?

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Union or discipline.

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True or False: The Yoga Sutras are divided into four chapters.

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True

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What are the four chapters of the Yoga Sutras called?

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Samadhi, Sadhana, Vibhuti, and Kaivalya.

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Fill in the blank: The first chapter of the Yoga Sutras is known as _______.

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Samadhi

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What is ‘Samadhi’ in the context of the Yoga Sutras?

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A state of meditative consciousness or absorption.

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What does ‘Sadhana’ refer to?

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The practices or disciplines undertaken to achieve spiritual goals.

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True or False: Vibhuti refers to the supernatural powers attained through yoga.

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True

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What is the main focus of the third chapter, Vibhuti?

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The various powers and accomplishments that can arise from yoga practice.

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Fill in the blank: The final chapter of the Yoga Sutras is called _______.

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Kaivalya

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What does ‘Kaivalya’ mean?

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Liberation or absolute freedom.

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What is the significance of the eight limbs of yoga?

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They provide a comprehensive framework for spiritual development.

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List the eight limbs of yoga.

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Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, and Samadhi.

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What does ‘Yama’ refer to?

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Ethical disciplines or moral restraints.

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Which limb of yoga focuses on personal observances?

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Niyama

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What is ‘Asana’?

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The practice of physical postures.

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True or False: Pranayama refers to breath control.

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True

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What is the practice of ‘Pratyahara’?

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Withdrawal of the senses.

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Define ‘Dharana’.

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Concentration or focused attention.

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What does ‘Dhyana’ mean?

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Meditation or contemplation.

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What is the ultimate goal of the Yoga Sutras?

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To attain liberation (Kaivalya) and self-realization.

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True or False: The Yoga Sutras advocate for a purely physical practice.

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False

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What is the role of the mind according to the Yoga Sutras?

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To be trained and controlled for achieving higher states of consciousness.

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What are the five afflictions (kleshas) identified in the Yoga Sutras?

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Avidya, asmita, raga, dvesha, and abhinivesha.

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Fill in the blank: Avidya refers to _______.

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Ignorance

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What does ‘Asmita’ mean?

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Egoism or the sense of ‘I-ness’.

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True or False: ‘Raga’ refers to aversion.

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False

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What is ‘Dvesha’?

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Aversion or hatred.

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What does ‘Abhinivesha’ refer to?

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Clinging to life or fear of death.

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What is the significance of meditation in the Yoga Sutras?

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It is a means to achieve self-realization and control over the mind.

33
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Define ‘Sukha’ and ‘Duhkha’.

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‘Sukha’ means happiness, while ‘Duhkha’ means suffering.

34
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What is the purpose of the practice of ‘Pranayama’?

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To regulate the breath and control the vital energies.

35
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True or False: The Yoga Sutras suggest detachment from the fruits of actions.

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True

36
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What is ‘Ishvara’ in the context of the Yoga Sutras?

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A special kind of consciousness or a higher power.

37
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What is the concept of ‘Samskara’?

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Impressions or latent tendencies formed by past experiences.

38
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Fill in the blank: The practice of yoga is said to lead to _______.

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Self-realization

39
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What is the nature of ‘Sattva’, ‘Rajas’, and ‘Tamas’?

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They are the three gunas or qualities of nature.

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What does ‘Sattva’ represent?

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Purity, harmony, and knowledge.

41
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What does ‘Rajas’ signify?

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Activity, passion, and restlessness.

42
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What does ‘Tamas’ indicate?

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Inertia, darkness, and ignorance.

43
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True or False: The Yoga Sutras emphasize the importance of ethical conduct.

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True

44
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What is ‘Vairagya’?

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Detachment or renunciation.

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What does ‘Samadhi’ lead to?

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Union with the object of meditation and transcendence of the self.

46
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What is the role of a guru according to the Yoga Sutras?

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To guide and teach the student on their spiritual path.

47
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Fill in the blank: The state of bliss and peace is referred to as _______.

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Ananda

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What is the significance of the practice of ‘Asana’?

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To prepare the body for meditation and maintain health.

49
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True or False: The Yoga Sutras encourage indulgence in sensory pleasures.

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False

50
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What does ‘Pratyahara’ help practitioners to achieve?

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Control over external distractions and a deeper inward focus.

51
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What is the ultimate realization of the Yoga Sutras?

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The realization of the oneness of the self with the universe.

52
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Define ‘Dharma’ in the context of the Yoga Sutras.

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The ethical duty or righteousness one must follow.

53
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What is the purpose of ‘Niyama’?

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To cultivate personal discipline and spiritual observances.

54
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True or False: The practice of yoga is only about physical postures.

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False

55
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What is the relationship between ‘Karma’ and yoga?

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Karma refers to the law of cause and effect, and yoga helps in purifying karma.

56
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Fill in the blank: The practice of yoga is often described as a _______ to the divine.

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Path

57
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What is the significance of the Yoga Sutras in modern yoga practice?

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They provide foundational principles and philosophical underpinnings.

58
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What does ‘Moksha’ mean?

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Liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth.

59
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True or False: The Yoga Sutras are only relevant to practitioners of yoga.

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False

60
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What is the importance of ‘Sankalpa’ in yoga practice?

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It refers to the intention or resolve that directs one’s practice.

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What does ‘Tapas’ refer to?

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Austerity or disciplined effort in the pursuit of spiritual goals.

62
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Fill in the blank: The practice of yoga aims to harmonize the _______ and the _______.

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Body; Mind

63
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What is the relationship between ‘Sankhya’ and yoga?

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Sankhya is a philosophical system that informs the understanding of yoga.

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What does ‘Shanti’ mean?

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Peace or tranquility.

65
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True or False: The Yoga Sutras emphasize the importance of self-study.

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True

66
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What is the role of ‘Svadhyaya’ in yoga practice?

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Self-study or reflection on one’s thoughts and actions.

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What does ‘Bhakti’ refer to?

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Devotion or love for the divine.

68
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Fill in the blank: The ultimate goal of yoga is to realize the _______ nature of the self.

A

True

69
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What does ‘Dharma’ encompass in the Yoga Sutras?

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Moral and ethical duties, responsibilities, and righteousness.

70
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True or False: The Yoga Sutras teach that happiness comes from external sources.

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False

71
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What is the significance of ‘Sankalpa’ in the practice of yoga?

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It helps to create a focused intention for the practice.

72
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What is the relationship between ‘Kundalini’ and yoga?

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Kundalini is a dormant energy that can be awakened through yoga practices.

73
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What does ‘Sadhana’ imply in the context of yoga?

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The disciplined effort towards achieving spiritual goals.

74
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Fill in the blank: The study of the Yoga Sutras can lead to greater _______ and _______.

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Understanding; Insight

75
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What is the importance of ‘Ahimsa’ in the Yamas?

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It represents non-violence and compassion towards all living beings.

76
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True or False: The Yoga Sutras promote competition among practitioners.

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False

77
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What does ‘Brahman’ refer to in the context of yoga?

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The ultimate reality or universal consciousness.

78
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What is the significance of ‘Pranayama’ in achieving self-control?

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It helps to regulate emotions and mental states through breath control.

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