Savasana is being without was, being without will be. It is being without anyone who is.

- B.K.S. Iyengar

The primary aim of yoga is to restore the mind to simplicity, peace, and poise, to free it from confusion and distress.

- B.K.S. Iyengar

In forward bends, one uses the outer mind while in backbends the outer mind is silenced and the inner mind is made to work.

- B.K.S. Iyengar

Yoga is the golden key that unlocks the door to peace, tranquility and joy.

- B.K.S. Iyengar

The study of asana is not about mastering posture. It's about using posture to understand and transform yourself.

- B.K.S. Iyengar

A stable mind is like the hub of a wheel. The world may spin around you, but the mind is steady.

- B.K.S. Iyengar

Words cannot convey the value of yoga - it has to be experienced.

- B.K.S. Iyengar

To master fear is the most important battle to win.

- B.K.S. Iyengar

Look after the root of the tree, and the fragrant flower and luscious fruits will grow by themselves. Look after the health of the body, and the frag…

- B.K.S. Iyengar