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Discipline Quote by B.K.S. Iyengar

“Freedom, that is to say direct experience of samadhi, can be attained only by disciplined conduct and renunciation of sensual desires and appetites. This is brought about through adherence to the ‘twin pillars’ of yoga, abhyasa and vairagya. Abhyasa” quote by B.K.S. Iyengar
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““Freedom, that is to say direct experience of samadhi, can be attained only by disciplined conduct and renunciation of sensual desires and appetites. This is brought about through adherence to the ‘twin pillars’ of yoga, abhyasa and vairagya. Abhyasa””

B.K.S. Iyengar

About This Quote

Source Text: Light on Yoga, 1966

Attaining true freedom requires disciplined practice and renunciation of sensual cravings, guided by the twin pillars of yoga.

In simple terms: Freedom comes from disciplined practice and letting go of desires.

Key Takeaway

Practice discipline, release cravings.

Themes

discipline renunciation spiritual freedom

Mood

contemplative serene

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • daily meditation
  • ethical living
  • mindful eating
  • detachment from materialism

Key Concepts

abhyasa vairagya samadhi

Questions to Reflect On

  • What desires hold you back from inner freedom?
  • How can you integrate discipline into daily life?
A Different Perspective

Hard to maintain renunciation in a consumer-driven society.

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