Sanskrit

Connect and learn through moving meditations, Sanskrit, and the power of pause.

What does namaste mean? How is it pronounced? And when should you use it (and not)? Here's everything you need to know about this widely used—but often misunderstood—yoga term.

Looking to expand your knowledge about this ancient language and take your yoga practice to a deeper level? This is the place to begin.

Using Sanskrit is a personal choice for yoga teachers and students. Here's the complicated history you should consider while deciding whether or not to use it.

New to Sanskrit? Great—start here! We’ve handpicked the essential vocabulary words for beginners.

Pick up these essential Sanskrit tips, and you’ll never mispronounce “hatha” again.

Turns out, there’s not actually an English equivalent for every Sanskrit word. Find out which common yoga words you may not be fully understanding.

When it comes to Sanskrit, there are at least two camps of yogis—those who use it and those who don’t. Here’s why we’re with the traditionalists on this one.

Ever bumble through chants in class? Here’s your chance to learn the words to classic Sanskrit and Gurmukhi mantras you'll likely encounter again and again.

Not sure if it’s pronounced cha-kra or “sha”-kra? Everything you learned about how to pronounce Sanskrit may be wrong. Here’s how to get this surprisingly simple language right, plus how it can deepen your practice.

Discerning dharma from kharma or bhakti from shakti is key—whether you are a beginner or a long-time yogi.