This book presents a close reading of four Indian narratives from different time periods (epic, Upaniá¹£adic, pre-modern and contemporary): Ekalavya's story from theMahÄbhÄrata(MBh 1.123.1-39), the story of PrajÄpati, Indra and Virochana from theChÄndogya Upanisad(CU 8.7.1-8.12.5), the story of Åankara in the King's body from theÅankaradigvijaya, and A. R. Murugadoss's Hindi filmGhajini(2008), respectively. These stories are thematically juxtaposed with PÄtañjala-yoga, namely Patañjali'sYogasÅ«traand its vast commentarial body. The sÅ«tras reveal hidden philosophical layers. The stories, on the other hand, contribute to the clarification of "philosophical junctions" in theYogasÅ«tra. Through sÅ«tras and stories, the author explores the question of self-identity, with emphasis on the role of memory and the place of body in identity-formation. Each of the stories diagnoses the connection between self-identity and (at least a sense of) freedom. Employing cutting-edge methodology, crossing the boundaries of literary theory, story-telling, and philosophical reflection, this book presents fresh interpretations of Indian thought. It is useful to specialists in Asian philosophy and culture. | Sutras Stories and Yoga Philosophy by Daniel Raveh, Hardcover | Indigo Chapters