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Definition: Mental impression; a latent tendency or conditioning formed by past actions and experiences.

Insights: Samskaras are the subtle mental impressions and patterns left by previous thoughts, actions, and experiences. These latent tendencies shape behavior and perception. Yogic practice aims to purify samskaras, fostering positive patterns and dissolving harmful ones.

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1.18

virāmapratyayābhyāsapūrvaḥ saṁskāraśeṣo 'nyaḥ

Importance: 8/10

The other (asamprajñāta samādhi) is preceded by practice of cessation, in which only latent impressions remain.

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4.9

jātideśakālavyavahitānāmapyānantaryaṁ smṛtisaṁskārayorekarūpatvāt

Importance: 7/10

Because memory and latent impressions (vāsanās) are identical in form, there is an uninterrupted connection even though separated by birth, place, and time.

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