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The meaning and context behind the practice — philosophy, history, Sanskrit, and the stories behind the poses. Start with the glossary, or go deeper with the articles.
Glossary
40 Sanskrit & yoga terms
Every key term — from asana to samādhi — defined in plain language, with pronunciation, Devanagari and context. Search or jump by letter.
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24 long-form guides
Deeper explainers on the philosophy, history and styles of yoga — the ideas behind the practice, written simply and rooted in India.
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