Patanjali Statuette
A statuette of the sage Patanjali, traditionally credited with the Yoga Sutras – a central symbolic figure in classical yoga philosophy and especially in the Iyengar tradition. Finely crafted using traditional brass casting, the statuette is also a beautiful decorative piece in its own right, quite apart from its philosophical significance.
- Material: Brass
- Made in Nepal
- Choice of height: 12 cm or 17 cm
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In tradition, Patanjali is credited as the author of the Yoga Sutras, the foundational text of classical yoga philosophy. In Indian mythology, he is often depicted as half human, half serpent – the human upper body representing wisdom, the serpent body representing tireless devotion to practice.
- Traditional depictions often show Patanjali holding a conch (calling practitioners to readiness for practice) and a discus (cutting through ignorance and ego)
- A Patanjali statue is a fixture in many Iyengar yoga studios worldwide, as a symbol of connection to the philosophical roots of the practice
- Cast in brass using traditional methods, with fine detail in the face, serpent coils and attributes – an eye-catching piece for a shelf, altar or windowsill
- Available in two heights: 12 cm or 17 cm
- Wer mehr über Patañjali und seine Yoga-Sutren erfahren möchte, findet in unserem Buch "Yogaphilosophie" by Georgie Grütter (in German)
- Yoga teachers receive a 10% discount on this item
Frequently Asked Questions about the Patanjali Statuette
In tradition, Patanjali is credited as the author of the Yoga Sutras, the foundational text of classical yoga philosophy. Nothing is historically confirmed about his life.
Patanjali is traditionally shown as half human, half serpent, often holding a conch and a discus – symbols for readiness to practise and for cutting through ignorance.
A Patanjali statue is a fixture in many Iyengar yoga studios worldwide, as a symbol of connection to the philosophical roots of the practice.
Yes, yoga teachers receive a 10% discount on this item, on proof of eligibility.