This is the Yoga Sutras as they were meant to be read: clear, direct, and alive. Compiled by the sage Patanjali roughly two thousand years ago, these 196 aphorisms form the foundation of classical yoga—a practical philosophy for steadying the mind, understanding suffering, and moving toward lasting freedom. This modern-English edition renders each sutra in warm, accessible language while remaining faithful to the original's meaning and spirit. The accompanying commentary, drawn from the classical tradition, illuminates the text's deeper layers without jargon or dogma. Whether you are new to yoga philosophy or returning to it after years on the mat, this edition invites you into a timeless conversation about attention, discipline, and the quiet liberation that comes from knowing your own mind. Part of The Sacred Wisdom Library.