Hatha Yoga Pradipika

This book contains a translation of Swami Swâtmârâma's Hatha-Yoga Pradîpikâ from Sanskrit, written over 100 years ago. The translator's critical engagement with the text, along with his careful interpretations and comparisons with other translations, makes this work an essential foundation for anyone wishing to study the roots of classical Hatha-Yoga. Hatha-Yoga is the form of yoga that strengthens and maintains the body through the practice of Âsanas, breathing exercises, and Mudrâs. Its goal is physical perfection, as only with a healthy body and calm breath as a foundation can the yogin follow the challenging path of Râja-Yoga, ultimately leading to the tranquility of the mind, Samâdhi.