Yama - non killing, truthfulness, non-stealing, continence and non-receiving of any gifts Niyama - cleanliness, contentment, austerity, study, and self-surrender to God. Asana - Posture. Pranayama - control of Prana. Pratyahara - restraint of the senses from their objects. Dharana - fixing the mind on a spot. Dhyana - meditation. Samadhi - superconsciousness.
