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Transcendental Yoga
A new translation and commentary of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras
From the Back Cover
When a mountain climber begins the ascent toward the summit, the view unfolding before him is different from the view seen by one who has already reached the peak. In the same way, Patanjali speaks in the Yoga Sutras, from the summit. He describes the panorama to encourage and guide those who are still climbing, while sharing the vision of one established in the highest state of consciousness. Because the ascent must unfold step by step; accordingly, the Sutras outline the stages of Yoga and the experiences a practitioner may encounter—from the first steps of practice to the stabilization of transcendental consciousness, or samadhi.
Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras are widely regarded as the foundational text of Yoga philosophy.
In this new volume, Transcendental Yoga, Moti Shefi offers a fresh translation and comprehensive commentary.
As a long-time teacher of Transcendental Meditation and student of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, Shefi interprets the Sutras specifically through the lens of Maharishi’s profound Vedic knowledge. Consequently, the book serves as both a scholarly resource and a practical guide.
To achieve this, the book:
- First, presents the original Sanskrit of each Sutra together with clear English transliteration
- Next, provides both literal and conceptual translations
- Furthermore, it engages carefully with the classical commentaries of Vyasa, Vachaspati Mishra, and Vijnanabhikshu
- By doing so, it iluminates the roots of Yoga in the ancient Vedic tradition
- Ultimately, it offers practical insight into how the state of Yoga can be experienced and integrated into daily life
Rather than presenting Yoga as theory alone, this work reveals it as a living path—one that leads from the first glimpse of inner silence to the permanent stabilization of samadhi and higher states of consciousness.
- 586 pages (paperback edition)
- Full Sanskrit text with transliteration
- Detailed commentary on all 196 Sutras
- Glossary of key terms
- Comprehensive index
Transcendental Yoga is designed for a diverse range of readers, from the curious beginner to the dedicated practitioner. Specifically, this book will be a valuable resource for:
- Yoga Practitioners and Teachers: Whether you are new to the mat or have years of experience, this commentary provides a deeper understanding of the mental and spiritual foundations of your practice.
- Teachers and Guides: Additionally, this volume will help to present the Sutras in a way that is experiential and practical
- Meditators: This book offers to practitioners of meditation understanding how inner silence relates to Patanjali’s map of Yoga
- Students of Philosophy: Ultimately, those interested in Eastern thought will find a rigorous engagement with the classical commentaries of Vyasa and other great sages
In short, if you are looking for a clear, accessible, and profound guide to Patanjali’s wisdom, this book was written for you.
Transcendental Yoga
Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra in Light of the Teaching of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi
From the Back Cover
When a mountain climber begins the ascent toward the summit, the view unfolding before him is different from the view seen by one who has already reached the peak. In the same way, Patanjali speaks in the Yoga Sutras, from the summit. He describes the panorama to encourage and guide those who are still climbing, while sharing the vision of one established in the highest state of consciousness. Because the ascent must unfold step by step; accordingly, the Sutras outline the stages of Yoga and the experiences a practitioner may encounter—from the first steps of practice to the stabilization of transcendental consciousness, or samadhi.
Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras are widely regarded as the foundational text of Yoga philosophy.
In this new volume, Transcendental Yoga, Moti Shefi offers a fresh translation and comprehensive commentary.
As a long-time teacher of Transcendental Meditation and student of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, Shefi interprets the Sutras specifically through the lens of Maharishi’s profound Vedic knowledge. Consequently, the book serves as both a scholarly resource and a practical guide.
To achieve this, the book:
- First, presents the original Sanskrit of each Sutra together with clear English transliteration
- Next, provides both literal and conceptual translations
- Furthermore, it engages carefully with the classical commentaries of Vyasa, Vachaspati Mishra, and Vijnanabhikshu
- By doing so, it iluminates the roots of Yoga in the ancient Vedic tradition
- Ultimately, it offers practical insight into how the state of Yoga can be experienced and integrated into daily life
Rather than presenting Yoga as theory alone, this work reveals it as a living path—one that leads from the first glimpse of inner silence to the permanent stabilization of samadhi and higher states of consciousness.
- 586 pages (paperback edition)
- Full Sanskrit text with transliteration
- Detailed commentary on all 196 Sutras
- Glossary of key terms
- Comprehensive index
Transcendental Yoga is designed for a diverse range of readers, from the curious beginner to the dedicated practitioner. Specifically, this book will be a valuable resource for:
- Yoga Practitioners and Teachers: Whether you are new to the mat or have years of experience, this commentary provides a deeper understanding of the mental and spiritual foundations of your practice.
- Teachers and Guides: Additionally, this volume will help to present the Sutras in a way that is experiential and practical
- Meditators: This book offers to practitioners of meditation understanding how inner silence relates to Patanjali’s map of Yoga
- Students of Philosophy: Ultimately, those interested in Eastern thought will find a rigorous engagement with the classical commentaries of Vyasa and other great sages
In short, if you are looking for a clear, accessible, and profound guide to Patanjali’s wisdom, this book was written for you.
You are warmly invited to read the sample pages on this site and, if the book resonates with you, to order your copy through the Amazon links provided below.
The Kindle digital eBook edition can be read at no additional cost, with Kindle free app on a personal computer (connected to the Internet), and on Android or Apple devices.