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About The Book: The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: The Book of the Spiritual Man is a key text in yoga philosophy, attributed to the sage Patanjali. Comprising 195 sutras, it outlines Raja Yoga, the "royal path" of meditation. The work emphasizes controlling the mind and emotions to attain spiritual liberation (moksha). Patanjali introduces the eight limbs of yoga, which include ethical guidelines, physical postures (asanas), breath control (pranayama), and meditation techniques. The text serves as a guide for self-discipline, mental clarity, and spiritual growth, aiming to unite the individual with divine consciousness. About The Author: Charles Johnston (1867–1931) was an Irish writer, journalist, theosophist, naturalist, and Sanskrit scholar. Joining the Indian Civil Service in 1888, he later moved to the U.S. in 1896 due to malaria. Co-founding the Dublin Theosophical Lodge, Johnston translated Sanskrit texts, influenced figures like Yeats, and contributed to Theosophy in America. He also pursued ornithology and authored works on India, philosophy, and Theosophy, including translations of the Upanishads and Bhagavad Gita. The Title 'The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: The Book of the Spiritual Man written/authored/edited by Charles Johnston', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789367801949 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 132 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Yoga. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms.