ACKERMANAt a glance
History, context & interpretation
What this document is
Foundational text of classical yoga describing the eight limbs, including dhyana (meditation). Attributed to Patanjali.
Dating and civilization
Yoga Sutras of Patanjali is catalogued under Indian and is dated c. 200 BCE–200 CE. Its recorded category is Meditation / Yoga, associated with Sanskrit.
Where to investigate
Manuscripts in Indian and Western collections
Connected traditions
This entry connects to An (Anu). Follow the linked deity profiles to compare stories and roles.
Sources and further reading
Historical descriptions are educational summaries. Religious traditions, scholarly interpretations and unverified claims are distinguished where possible; imagery may be illustrative rather than an artifact photograph.
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