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Light on Yoga: The Bible of Modern Yoga Paperback – January 1, 1979

by B. K. S. Iyengar (Author), Yehudi Menuhin (Foreword)
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The definitive guide to the philosophy and practice of Yoga--the ancient healing discipline for body and mind--by its greatest living teacher. Light on Yoga provides complete descriptions and illustrations of all the positions and breathing exercises. Features a foreword by Yehudi Menuhin. Illustrations throughout.
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"600 pictures and an incredible amount of detailed descriptive text as well as philosophy.... Fully revised and photographs illustrating the exercises appear right next to the descriptions (in the earlier edition the photographs were appended). We highly recommend this book." —WELLNESS

"For the serious student of Hatha Yoga, this is as comprehensive a handbook as money can buy." —ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

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The definitive guide to the philosophy and practice of Yoga--the ancient healing discipline for body and mind--by its greatest living teacher. Light on Yoga provides complete descriptions and illustrations of all the positions and breathing exercises. Features a foreword by Yehudi Menuhin. Illustrations throughout.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Schocken; Revised edition (January 1, 1979)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 544 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0805210318
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0805210316
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.18 x 1.11 x 7.95 inches
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Bellur Krishnamachar Sundararaja Iyengar (14 December 1918 - 20 August 2014), better known as B.K.S. Iyengar, was the founder of the style of yoga known as "Iyengar Yoga" and was considered one of the foremost yoga teachers in the world. He was the author of many books on yoga practice and philosophy including Light on Yoga, Light on Pranayama, Light on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, and Light on Life. Iyengar was one of the earliest students of Tirumalai Krishnamacharya, who is often referred to as "the father of modern yoga". He has been credited with popularizing yoga, first in India and then around the world.

The Indian government awarded Iyengar the Padma Shri in 1991, the Padma Bhushan in 2002 and the Padma Vibhushan in 2014. In 2004, Iyengar was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Much easier to reference when in spiral
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2024
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Paulange
5.0 out of 5 stars It IS the bible for yoga
Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2024
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All pictures and descriptions of the poses are great, and a pleasure to read. The foreword by orchestra conductor Yehudi Menuhin is worth reading. A joy to read and keep close.
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Cecilia Yaniz
5.0 out of 5 stars That's a book
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2023
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Bought this to learn more about yoga. Goes into philosophy of yoga as well as describes the affect that asanas have on your body. Great gift or to expand knowledge of yoga
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The book arrived in a good condition. They could give a better quality in the cover or even the pages. If there was a better version I would pay more. I didn’t buy in spiral because I saw reviews that it’s not a good option but if it was well done I would prefer
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Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2024
The book arrived in a good condition. They could give a better quality in the cover or even the pages. If there was a better version I would pay more. I didn’t buy in spiral because I saw reviews that it’s not a good option but if it was well done I would prefer
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5.0 out of 5 stars Best
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Julieann
4.0 out of 5 stars Has the best appendices I've ever seen in any Yoga book
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2014
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From http://booktalksbyjulie.blogspot.com/ - One of my great passions in life is yoga and even though a lot of other activities have been put on hold during my pregnancy, yoga has been a lifesaver. If anyone has any type of condition and/or just wants a deeper understanding of the yoga poses, “Light on Yoga” is highly recommended. It is broken down into three sections. The first section as an introduction to yoga, starting with its origins in India and going through the transitions yoga has experienced.
The second section is a dedicated to the yoga poses and covers each one in detail with photographs and step-by-step instructions of how to reach the pose. What I liked most about this section is the inclusion of the benefits of each pose, the ailments that can be helped by that pose, and the precautions of the pose.
The last section is dedicated to describing yoga breathing and the concept of Pranayama. I will admit that this is my least referenced section of the book but it covers the techniques of breathing, its effects on the body, and how to maintain it through your practice.
Most of the time, I don’t reference appendices much. But that is not the case with “Light on Yoga”. The two appendices include a list of sequences that the poses can be performed in and the second appendices recommend specific poses for specific disease and conditions. This is what makes the book so different from all the other yoga books out there.
“Light on Yoga” is a great reference for anyone that wants to experience yoga the correct way and I highly recommend referencing it.
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Nick Shaffer
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Book
Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2023
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Book arrived in perfect condition. This is my third copy over the years of purchasing and giving them away. Amazing read for anyone interested in yoga and yogi philosophy, regardless of experience or background. Highly recommend
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Noovella
5.0 out of 5 stars A Yoga Classic
Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2012
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The yoga classic Light on Yoga outlines the history and philosophy of yoga. One definition of Yoga is it's the "true union of our will with the will of God." In fact there is a lot about God or the Universal Spirit in the introduction. There is much in the ethical teaching that corresponds with the Christian faith. It's been suggested that Jesus spent time in India. After reading this, I wondered if that might be true.
This is not to say yoga is a religion. It's not. It's a science of all religions. Or to put more clearly it is a way of living, thinking and behaving. If you're interested in deepening your practice or looking for a way of improving your life this is an inspiring guide.

Light on Yoga is written by B.K.S. Iyengar, who is considered one of the foremost yoga teachers in the world.

His purpose is to "describe as simply as possible the asanas (postures) and pranayamas (breathing disciplines) in the new light of our own era." And it explains 592 photographs and 200 asanas with clear instructions and the benefits of each pose.

It also outlines the eight limbs or stages for yoga for the quest for the soul.

1. Yama (universal moral commandments)
2. Niyama (self purification)
3. Asana (posture)
4. Pranayama (rhythmic control of the breath)
5. Pratyahara (emancipation of the mind...)
6. Dharana (concentration)
7. Dhyana (meditation)
8. Samadhi (state of super consciousness...)

Yoga can be transform your life by just practicing regularly. Your views on food and health and spirituality will begin to change for the better. It's not a surprise that yoga has exploded in the United States.

This is an amazing reference for your body, mind and soul.
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Jasmine Clark
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting
Reviewed in Canada on November 16, 2023
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A classic
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Beatriz
5.0 out of 5 stars PERFEIÇÃO
Reviewed in Brazil on March 4, 2022
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Esse livro mudou a forma com que eu via o yoga e a prática. Muito boa a introdução no começo e o curso intensivo de 300 semanas no final é apenas tudo na minha vida.
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DJ Barrow
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting poses
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 24, 2023
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Thought me stretching massages internal organs and can even fix bones as the body is a bag of chemicals
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Somitha Jitendra
5.0 out of 5 stars Best book for Yoga.
Reviewed in India on May 5, 2022
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Good book for yoga.
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Michelle HV
5.0 out of 5 stars Imprescindible
Reviewed in Mexico on September 16, 2020
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Si eres un Yogi comprometido, este libro es para ti, lo he leído varías veces, es como “la biblia de Yoga”
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