Raja Yoga: The Royal Path of Meditation
Practices

Raja Yoga: The Royal Path of Meditation

Status · Anusandhāna
Source · Uncited
Period · Eternal

[BEGINNER] Raja Yoga (Royal Yoga) is the system of meditation and mental discipline described in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, known as the "eight-limbed path" (Ashtanga Yoga). The term "Raja" means "royal," indicating that this path represents the king of all yoga practices — the direct approach to mastering the mind. Raja Yoga emphasizes meditation (Dhyana) and concentration (Dharana) as the primary means of achieving Samadhi (complete absorption), and it systematically addresses the obstacles