Yoga Philosophy & Sanskrit · definition
The eighth limb of Patanjali's Eight Limbs, referring to meditative absorption.
How the term is used
Modern wellness language sometimes reduces samadhi to 'bliss,' 'oneness,' or simply feeling calm, but classical yoga uses the term in more technical ways.
Why it matters
Accurate context prevents an important philosophical concept from being flattened into a generic mood state.
Read the guide Yoga Beyond the Poses: A Guide to Yoga Philosophy for Everyday Life
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Where this fits in a practice
The guides explain the idea in context; the service pathways are there when reading is not enough. Educational content only — nothing here is medical or mental-health care.