In this pada Patanjali speaks of the properties of yoga and the art of integration (samyama) through concentration, meditation and profound absorption. In Samadhi pada, Patanjali explains why the intelligence is hazy, sluggish and dull and gives practical disciplines to minimize and finally eliminate the dross which clouds it. Through these, the sadhaka develops a clear head and an untainted mind, and his senses of perception are then naturally tamed and subdued. The sadhaka`s intelligence and consciousness can now become fit instruments for meditation on the soul.

In vibhuti pada, Patanjali first shows the sadhaka the need to integrate the intelligence, ego and `I` principle. He then guides him in the subtle disciplines: concentration (dharana), meditation (dhyana) and total absorption (Samadhi). With their help, the intelligence, ego and `I` principle are sublimated. This may lead either to the release of various supernatural powers or to Self- Realization. This pada begins with concentration. If concentration is maintained steadily, it flows into meditation.

Properties of yoga
Patanjali guides the refined sadhaka in tracing the movements, order and sequence of each action and thought that arises, by retracing his steps through yogic discipline, the sadhaka co-ordinates his thoughts and actions so that, there is no time gap between them. Where there is absolute synchronicity of thought and action, the yogi is freed from the material limitations of time and space and this generates extraordinary powers. Patanjali describes these powers as the properties of yoga. There are around 34 properties.

Care to be taken
These powers are extraordinary. The appearance of any one of them indicates that the sadhaka has followed methods appropriate to his evolution. But he should not mistake these powers for the goal of his search. For onlookers they may seem to be great accomplishments, but for the sadhaka they are hindrances to Samadhi. Even celestial beings try to seduce the sadhaka. If he succumbs to these temptations, misfortunes overwhelm him.

Moment and Movement
Moment is subjective and movement is objective. Patanjali explains that the moment is the present and the present is the eternal now; it is timeless and real. When it slips from attention it becomes movement and movement is time. As moment rolls into movement the past and the future appears and the moment disappears. Therefore it is important for sadhaka to understand the significance of moment and movement to obtain true knowledge and intelligence.

Pure intelligence
Exalted intelligence is pure and true, untainted and uncontaminated. It distinguishes, clearly and instantly, the difference between similar entities without analyzing them according to rank, creed, quality and place. His intelligence and consciousness now rise to the level of the soul. As honey tastes the same from whichever side of the honeycomb it is taken, so in the yogi, the body cells, senses, mind, intelligence, consciousness and conscience equally reflect the light of the soul. All parts of the seer appear as the soul. This is kaivalya. It comes when the powers which attract the misguided, but distract the yogi`s consciousness, are renounced.

Slhok in Vibhuti pada
Patanjali`s yoga Sutras also known as Slhok were the earliest and are still the most profound and enlightening-study of the human psyche. There are 56 slhoks in the Vibhuti pada where Patanjali explains the disciplines necessary both to live in the natural grace of yoga and to accrue supernatural powers.