Patañjali's Yogasūtra I.49 - explained by Viniyoga Expert Dr Kausthub Desikachar

Yogasūtra of Patañjali | Viniyoga with Dr Kausthub Desikachar

Dr. Kausthub Desikachar is the current lineage holder of the Viniyoga® tradition worldwide. He succeeds his father TKV Desikachar, and his grandfather T Krishnamacharya. His objectives include the sharing of the authentic teachings of Yoga to the modern era, as well as building bridges between different healing modalities to promote physical, emotional social and spiritual health.

Yogasūtra I.49 -śruta-anumäna-prajñābhyām-anya-viṣayā viśeṣa-arthatvāt

[The clarity gained] about other special aspects [of the objects in focus], owing to its (Ṛtaṁbharā-prajñā’s) extraordinary nature, transcends the knowledge gained from oral testimony or logical inference.

This special knowledge of the subtle aspects of the focus is not based on verbal testimony or inference. It is spontaneous, direct and at a level and intensity that is beyond the ordinary means of knowledge. In this instance, the mind merely reflects the object of inquiry, like a clear and perfect mirror.

Apart from Yoga Teaching, Kausthub is also an avid photographer, inspirational writer and poet. To view, some of his inspirations, visit the website www.kausthubdesikachar.com