Yamas Flashcards
1
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The yamas
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Restraints as described by patanjali. To do with ethical standards, how we carry ourselves in the world and what we contribute to it. The literal definition is “to control or contain”.
2
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AHIMSA
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Non violence. Cultivating love and respect to oneself and extending this to all other beings on earth.
3
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SATYA
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Truth. The intention is to be completely honest and transparent with ourselves and others at all times.
4
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ASTEYA
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Non stealing. Beyond the concept of not stealing and relates more closely to the concepts of desire and craving.
5
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BRAHMACHARYA
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Moderation. All things in moderation including indulgence of the senses.
6
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APARIGRAHA
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Non attachment, non grasping, non possessiveness. Release greed and accumulation. Live with generosity of spirit and action.
