Mystic Yoga: The Art of Knowing Nothing
Discover the true story of yoga-beyond the trends, beyond the jargon, back to its original purpose.
Mystic Yoga is a clear, engaging guide to yoga's deepest roots, tracing its evolution from prehistoric ritual and early philosophy through the classical texts and into the modern studios of today. Whether you're a beginner, a curious reader, or a long-time practitioner, this book reveals the living thread that connects thousands of years of human exploration into the nature of mind, body, and consciousness.
Mystic Yoga strips away unnecessary terminology and shows how the states of mind described in ancient India are not exotic or mystical-they are universal human experiences you already know.
Inside You'll Discover:The origins of yoga in ancient ritual, oral tradition, and early metaphysics
How yoga philosophy developed through the Vedas, Upanishads, Buddhism, and the classical schools
Deep discussions of foundational texts including the Yoga Sutras and the Avadhūta Gītā
The historical emergence of postural yoga-from medieval ascetics to global modern culture
Clear explanations of meditation, breathwork, stillness, and the psychology behind them
Why yoga was always meant to be a practical path to clarity, calm, and inner freedom
How ancient insights map directly onto modern life, stress, identity, and meaning
Written in accessible, elegant prose, Mystic Yoga bridges scholarship and lived experience, offering a grounded, non-commercial understanding of what yoga truly is and why it continues to matter.
If you want more than a workout-if you want to understand why yoga works and where its wisdom comes from-this book is your guide.
A journey through history. A handbook for the mind. A return to the essence of yoga.
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