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The first text that I was privileged to be able to study word by word, verse by verse along with the commentaries of Krishnamacharya and then Desikachar, within the intimacy and vitality of private lessons in Madras from 1979, was the Sāṃkhya Kārikā of Īśvara Kṛṣṇa.
“Sāṃkhya has been fundamental in its influence on the philosophical
foundations underpinning Yoga, Buddhism and Āyurveda.”
Sāṃkhya is said to be a relative of Yoga. In fact they are often paired together when presenting models around the six major schools of inquiry within the Indian tradition.
- What is the basis for this relationship?
- How closely are they related?
- Where do they agree and where do they differ?
These questions will form the base from which an exploration of the fundamental principles within Sāṃkhya and its links with Yoga and especially the Yoga Sūtra will be explored.
The Art of Sāṃkhya Philosophy Workshop Module One
– See the World through Spirit whilst Living within the Field of Nature
In-depth Overview of the Primary Principles that inform and shape Sāṃkhya Philosophy
This workshop offers a 2 day opportunity for a student from any Yoga background or style to have an in-depth introduction to the primary principles and teachings, putting in place the essentials underpinning Sāṃkhya and how they can inspire and guide our personal Yoga practice and study Sādhana, either for personal development or, if relevant, professional skills.
“Sāṃkhya proposes a permanent solution to suffering.
If we look and see.
And see what produces what we see.”
– TKV Desikachar
Follow the link above for details of the Sāṃkhya Philosophy Module One Workshop.
Upcoming Dates
- The Art of Sāṃkhya Philosophy – Module One Personal Sādhana Workshop 6March 11, 2023
An in-depth overview of Sāṃkhya Philosophy
– Module One 2 Day Workshop March 11/12th 2023
– Four Places Available - The Art of Sāṃkhya Philosophy – Module One Personal Sādhana Workshop 7May 18, 2024
An in-depth overview of Sāṃkhya Philosophy
– Module One 2 Day Workshop May 18/19th 2024
– Five Places Available
As well as being complete in itself it offers a necessary foundation for those interested in a verse by verse in-depth study of the primary Sāṃkhya text, the Sāṃkhya Kārikā of Īśvara Kṛṣṇa, along with the commentaries of Krishnamacharya and Desikachar, through Modules Two.
The Art of Sāṃkhya Philosophy Course Module Two
– See the World through Spirit whilst Living within the Field of Nature
In depth exploration of the Sāṃkhya Kārikā of Īśvara Kṛṣṇa
These are 4 day meetings intended for those Yoga students, having completed the Sāṃkhya Philosophy Module One Workshop, wish to undertake an in-depth verse by verse study of the teachings from its primary text, the Sāṃkhya Kārikā of Īśvara Kṛṣṇa, along with the commentaries of Krishnamacharya and Desikachar and how they can inspire and guide our Yoga practice and study.
“Sāṃkhya will not make sense
to those people who have not tried anything.
i.e. Prayer, Mantra, Medicine.”
– TKV Desikachar
Follow the link above for details of the follow on Sāṃkhya Philosophy Module Two.
Upcoming Dates
- The Art of Sāṃkhya Philosophy – Module Two Personal Sādhana CourseJune 17, 2023
An in-depth exploration of the Sāṃkhya Kārikā
– Module Two 2 Weekend Course
– Weekend 1 June 17/18th 2023
– Two Places Available - The Art of Sāṃkhya Philosophy – Module Two Personal Sādhana CourseSeptember 16, 2023
An in-depth exploration of the Sāṃkhya Kārikā
– Module Two 2 Weekend Course
– Weekend 2 September 16/17th 2023
– Two Places Available
This Course comprises either one 4 day Module, or two 2 day Modules over 3 months.