Getting to know yoga at some point in your life is a great start! Yoga is a lifestyle that is not just about physical movements, but has a deep philosophical basis. Over time, as you get to know this philosophy, you will realize that many things will become clearer in your mind and that your yoga practice is not just a physical journey, but a spiritual one.
The right resources to guide you on this deep journey are very important in terms of enriching your practice and understanding the basic principles of yoga. Below, you will find a few beginner-level book recommendations to help you better understand the philosophy of yoga and the subtleties of asanas. These books are written in a simple and understandable language for those new to yoga and aim to open your mind to a broader perspective.
If you want to go deeper in your yoga journey, nourishing not only the body but also the mind and soul, these resources are a great starting point for you. Enjoy reading and happy exploring!
Light on Yoga– BKS Iyengar
Light on Life – BKS Iyengar
The Tree of Yoga – BKS Iyengar
Core of the Yoga Sutras – BKS Iyengar
Light on Pranayama* – BKS Iyengar
Light on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali* – BKS Iyengar
Yoga Wisdom and Practice* – BKS Iyengar
Yoga Body Buddha Mind - Cyndi Lee
Fundamentals of Meditation – Bora Ercan
Yoga and the Art of Finding Yourself – Bora Ercan
The Childhood of Infinity – Bora Ercan
Boomerang Texts – Bora Ercan
Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
Bhagavad Gita (Indian folk epic, anonymous)
Hatha Yoga Pradipika – Bora Ercan
Yoga (From Surya to Patanjali) – Bora Ercan
Yoga from Buddha to Hatha Yoga– Bora Ercan
Fundamental Concepts of Yoga – Godfrey Devereux
The Heart of Yoga– TKV Desikachar
Leap – Pema Chödrön
The Four Agreements – Don Miguel Ruiz
The Power of Now* – Eckhart Tolle