Yoga as a Path to Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Well-being: A Sanskrit Perspective
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) July 15, 2026 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.21389265 (opens in new tab) via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractYoga, rooted in the Sanskritic tradition of ancient India, offers a comprehensive philosophy of life beyond physical practice. Derived from the Sanskrit root yuj, meaning "to unite" or "to yoke," its goal is to harmonize body, mind, and awareness. This research investigates yoga's applicability in contemporary life through the prism of Sanskrit literature, including the Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gītā, and Patañjali's Yoga Sūtras. The study argues that yoga can address modern issues such as medical ailments, psychological stress, moral deterioration, and spiritual estrangement. It shows that yoga is a timeless discipline supporting sustainable life and overall well-being, providing insights for societal peace and personal balance amidst rapid technological change and mental instability.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | Buddhism Meditation |
| Keywords | Sanskrit Perspective graphical Root linguistics Path computing |
| Key finding | Argues that yoga, as a multifaceted path including self-realization, meditation, self-discipline, and moral behavior, remains relevant for addressing contemporary problems and promoting well-being. |
Abstract
Abstract: One of India’s most lasting intellectual and spiritual traditions is yoga. Yoga, which has its roots in the Sanskritic tradition of ancient India, offers a comprehensive philosophy of life that goes beyond its modern understanding as a discipline of physical practice. The goal of yoga is to harmonise the body, mind, and awareness. It is derived from the Sanskrit linguistic root yuj, which means “to unite” or “to yoke.” Through the prism of Sanskrit literature, specifically the Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gītā, and Patañjali’s Yoga Sūtras, this research investigates the applicability of yoga in contemporary life. The study makes the case that yoga may help with a variety of modern issues, such as medical ailments, psychological stress, moral deterioration, and spiritual estrangement. The study shows that yoga is still a timeless discipline that may support sustainable life and overall well-being by examining the philosophical underpinnings of the practice. According to the Sanskrit view, yoga is a multifaceted path that includes self-realization, meditation, self-discipline, and moral behaviour. Yoga provides important insights for attaining societal peace and personal balance in a society that is changing quickly due to technology innovation and growing mental instability.