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Should a Christian, or anyone else for that matter, practice 'yoga'? Is 'Yoga' a neutral exercise regime? Is there more to 'yoga' than meets the eye?
WEBSITES
The following websites may be helpful ....
ARTICLES
The Subtle Body — Should Christians Practice Yoga? by Al Mohler
A number of yoga related articles, various headings all on one page, can be found at CHRISTIAN RESEARCH INSTITUTE
What is Yoga? by Judy Vorfeld
Yoga – A Christian Perspective by Caryl Matrisciana.
VIDEO
This video clearly links yoga with Eastern religions. Caryl Matrisciana was born in India and is a world authority on Hinduism and the New Age Movement.
Nothing like a good debate!
The following is a short radio link. It's a telling discussion between Todd Friel (a Christian) and a Hindu leader who is rightly miffed that people have ripped 'yoga' out of Hinduism. Well worth the 3 minutes to listen in.
Mark Driscoll Answers the question: "Should Christians stay away from yoga because of its demonic roots?"
