Patanjali - Father of Yoga krishnaPatanjali is the father of yoga in the eyes of many scholars. Though references to yoga within Hindu scripture had already long existed, its believed they were too diverse and complex for the general public, so Patanjali created the Yoga Sutras as a way of compiling already existing teachings into a format easier to follow and understand. Patajali is believed to be an incarnation of di S'esha, Vishnus serpent, who is the first ego expansion of Vishnu,
and a parrot
His focused expression and gentle posture suggest deep reverence
which Krishna grants by placing his head atop a hill
The two lower hands are extended in a gesture of blessing and protection
adorned in royal attire with a crown and holding a bow
The remaining hands hold lotus flowers
who later aids Lord Rama in his expedition against evil forces
The parrot is also indicative of the sacred scriptures and the spoken word
highlighting her dominion over serpents
embodies his consciousness and meditative aspects
The topknot hairstyle
he became the charioteer of Surya