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Yoga Sutra 2.29

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Sri Swami Satchidananda:

"The eight limbs of Yoga are:

1) yama (abstinence)

2) niyama (observance)

3) asana (posture)

4) pranayama (breath control)

5) pratyahara (sense withdrawal)

6) dharana (concentration)

7) dhyana (meditation)

8) samadhi (contemplation, absorption or super-conscious state)"

The Secret Power of Yoga by Nischala Joy Devi:

"Asthaanga Yoga, the Eight-Faced Path, embraces

Yama: reflection of our true nature

Niyama: evolution toward harmony

Asana: comfort in being, posture

Pranayama: enhancement and guidance of universal prana (energy)

Pratyahara: encouraging the senses to draw within

Dharana: gathering and focusing of consciousness inward

Dhyana: continuous inward flow of consciousness

Samadhi: union with Divine Consciousness"

Yoga Sutra 2.30

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Sri Swami Satchidananda:

"Yama consists of non-violence, truthfulness, non-stealing, continence, and non-greed."

The Secret Power of Yoga by Nischala Joy Devi:

"Yama (reflection of our true nature) is experienced through:

Ahimsa: reverence, love, compassion for all

Satya: truthfulness, integrity

Astheya: generosity, honesty

Brahmacharya: balance and moderation of the vital life force

Aparigraha: awareness of abundance, fulfillment"

Yoga Sutra 2.31

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Sri Swami Satchidananda:

"These Great Vows are universal, not limited by class, place, time or circumstances."

The Yoga Sutras for Children by Roopa Pai:

"These (yamas) are universal and should be treated as great vows. Their practice is independent of class, place, time or circumstance."

Yoga Sutra 2.32

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Sri Swami Satchidananda:

"Niyama consists of purity, contentment, accepting but not causing pain, study of spiritual books and worship of God (self-surrender)"

The Yoga Sutras for Children by Roopa Pai:

"Cleanliness, contentment, self-discipline, self-study and devotion to the Lord are the niyamas."