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Pratyahara: A Journey Inward

Name: Pratyahara: A Journey Inward
Uploaded: 2018-07-12T22:26:45.000Z
Duration: 19 min 3 s
Channel: Sierra Laurel

by Sierra Laurel

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The withdrawing of the senses, translated as Pratyahara, is described in the Yoga Sutras. It says, “The restraint of the senses occurs when the mind is able to remain in its chosen direction and the senses disregard the different objects around them and faithfully follow the direction of the mind.” We withdrawal our senses because our Essence cannot be perceived by them. It cannot be touched, smelled, tasted, seen or heard. The senses are useful for experiencing the external world, but to know your true self you have to go beyond the senses.

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