The Yoga Sutras are composed of 195 aphorisms (sutras) and outlines Patanjali’s Eight Limbs of Yoga.

The Yoga Sutras are composed of 195 aphorisms (sutras) and outlines Patanjali’s Eight Limbs of Yoga, which are:
Yama – Abstaining from violence, lying, stealing, sexual indecency and possessiveness
Niyama – Personal observance of purity, contentment, austerity, study and surrender to God
Asana – Keeping to a seated position and performing physical exercises
Pranayama – Suspending breath and controlling the life force
Pratyahara – Withdrawal of senses
Dharana – Strong concentration
Dhyana – Meditation
Samadhi – Liberation
Patanjali’s Eight Limbs will form the basis of what is now known as Ashtanga Yoga and Raja Yoga