How to Do the Ten Ethic Principles of Patanjali (Yoga Sutra)
Practice non-violence (ahimsa)., Be Honest., Practice righteousness (Asteya)., Be wise (Brahmacharya)., Practice simplicity (Aparigraha)., Worship a spiritual goal (Ishvara-Pranidhana)., Sacrifice the ego (Shaucha -Purification/cleaning)., Practice...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Practice non-violence (ahimsa).
That means no killing other beings.
Be meek.
Be peaceful. -
Step 2: Be Honest.
Practice truthfulness (Satya).
Live in the truth.
Basically, be honest with yourself and others.
Also no little lies of convenience.
A lie is permissible only in well justified situations, for example, if you save with a lie the life of another human being.
A Yogi is silent in doubt .
Those who consistently lives in the truth radiate truth.
Their fellow men trust them. , That means not stealing, not cheating.
A Yogi is in professional life generally honest.
He does not seek unwarranted advantage, but he is looking for fair trade. , Live in the spiritual focus (in the light/in God = Brahman).
Do not serve the money (outer luck) but the inner happiness (God, Brahman, enlightenment).
Be centered in your inner happiness and peace. , Be moderate in external enjoyment and consumption.
A spiritual person lives modestly outwardly and inwardly rich.
A Yogi uses his energy not in outer actions, but lives so peaceful that it turns inward and cleanse his body from the inside.
One day, he lives permanently in the light (the cosmos energy). , Thus we do not lose our spiritual path, it is necessary that we remind ourselves again and again to our spiritual goal.
We can worship an image (Goddess, Shiva, Patanjali), we can bow before a statue (Buddha, Jesus, Shiva) or speak a mantra (prayer).
What is your spiritual goal? Send light to all beings, and wish a happy world. , The way into the light passes through the crucifixion of the ego.
Without a crucifixion there is no enlightenment.
True sacrifice is an art.
He who sacrifices too much braced themselves internally.
Who sacrifices too little, does not solves his tensions.
How do you get inner peace today? "I let go of my false desires.
I take things as they are.
My sacrifice today is ... "
Have a clear goal, a clear life plan and a clear way of practicing.
Tapas means to lead a disciplined life.
Follow your inner wisdom and you'll win on your spiritual path. , The daily reading (mantra, meditation) keeps us on the spiritual path, cleanses our spirit, connects us with the enlightened masters and makes us to spiritual victors. , Be satisfied with what you have.
Which idea will help you to get into the satisfaction with yourself and your life? "My thought of satisfaction is now ..." -
Step 3: Practice righteousness (Asteya).
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Step 4: Be wise (Brahmacharya).
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Step 5: Practice simplicity (Aparigraha).
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Step 6: Worship a spiritual goal (Ishvara-Pranidhana).
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Step 7: Sacrifice the ego (Shaucha -Purification/cleaning).
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Step 8: Practice self discipline (Tapas).
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Step 9: Read daily (Svadhyaya).
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Step 10: Be Happy and content (Santosha).
Detailed Guide
That means no killing other beings.
Be meek.
Be peaceful.
Practice truthfulness (Satya).
Live in the truth.
Basically, be honest with yourself and others.
Also no little lies of convenience.
A lie is permissible only in well justified situations, for example, if you save with a lie the life of another human being.
A Yogi is silent in doubt .
Those who consistently lives in the truth radiate truth.
Their fellow men trust them. , That means not stealing, not cheating.
A Yogi is in professional life generally honest.
He does not seek unwarranted advantage, but he is looking for fair trade. , Live in the spiritual focus (in the light/in God = Brahman).
Do not serve the money (outer luck) but the inner happiness (God, Brahman, enlightenment).
Be centered in your inner happiness and peace. , Be moderate in external enjoyment and consumption.
A spiritual person lives modestly outwardly and inwardly rich.
A Yogi uses his energy not in outer actions, but lives so peaceful that it turns inward and cleanse his body from the inside.
One day, he lives permanently in the light (the cosmos energy). , Thus we do not lose our spiritual path, it is necessary that we remind ourselves again and again to our spiritual goal.
We can worship an image (Goddess, Shiva, Patanjali), we can bow before a statue (Buddha, Jesus, Shiva) or speak a mantra (prayer).
What is your spiritual goal? Send light to all beings, and wish a happy world. , The way into the light passes through the crucifixion of the ego.
Without a crucifixion there is no enlightenment.
True sacrifice is an art.
He who sacrifices too much braced themselves internally.
Who sacrifices too little, does not solves his tensions.
How do you get inner peace today? "I let go of my false desires.
I take things as they are.
My sacrifice today is ... "
Have a clear goal, a clear life plan and a clear way of practicing.
Tapas means to lead a disciplined life.
Follow your inner wisdom and you'll win on your spiritual path. , The daily reading (mantra, meditation) keeps us on the spiritual path, cleanses our spirit, connects us with the enlightened masters and makes us to spiritual victors. , Be satisfied with what you have.
Which idea will help you to get into the satisfaction with yourself and your life? "My thought of satisfaction is now ..."
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