A scientist sets out to conquer nature through knowledge - external nature, external knowledge. By these means he may split the atom and achieve external power. A yogi sets out to explore his own internal nature, to penetrate the atom (atma) of being. He does not gain dominion over wide lands and restless seas, but over his own recalcitrant flesh and febrile mind.


Light on Life: The Yoga Journey to Wholeness, Inner Peace, and Ultimate Freedom (ed. Rodale, 2006) - ISBN: 9781609619589

B. K. S. Iyengar Quotes

A scientist sets out to conquer nature through knowledge - external nature, external knowledge. By these means he may split the atom and achieve...

A scientist sets out to conquer nature through knowledge - external nature, external knowledge. By these means he may split the atom and achieve...

A scientist sets out to conquer nature through knowledge - external nature, external knowledge. By these means he may split the atom and achieve...

A scientist sets out to conquer nature through knowledge - external nature, external knowledge. By these means he may split the atom and achieve...