Shyam Ranganathan, "Yoga - Anticolonial Philosophy: An Action-Focused Guide to Practice" (Singing Dragon, 2024)
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Decolonizing South Asian Studies and Yoga Philosophy
This chapter explores the absence of moral and political philosophy in the classical tradition of South Asian studies, influenced by colonialism and Eurocentrism. The speaker shares their journey in translating the Yoga Sutra, emphasizing the importance of unbiased critical thinking in interpreting South Asian traditions and advocating for decolonization. The discussion highlights the significance of developing logic skills and critical thinking for decolonization, relating these concepts to practicing yoga and achieving epistemic autonomy.
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