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By some estimates there are more than 10,000 different religions in the world today. Could yoga be one of them? Countless books and DVDs espouse the spiritual benefits of yoga practice, and there are certainly some enthusiasts who find it to be a religious experience. Others though, insist that yoga is no more a religion than jogging. What does yoga truly represent?
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Aspects Common To Religion And Yoga
The Rabbi is right
Interesting the Rabbi says "yes" and the Hindu Swami says "no!" The facts are that all of (real) Yoga is Hinduism. Except for the "God" part of the equation, Hinduism is religion ("to link-back" [religio] and "a system of worship"). The various (real) Yogas constitute the Hindu religion. In fact, that one Sanskrit/Hindu word best describes the Hindu religion; i.e., "to yoke Atmana (individual Soul) and Brahmana (Soul Source)." The various (real) Yogas are the religious means by which Hindus accomplish this Spiritual Goal.
Swami Param
Classical Yoga Hindu Academy
- classyoga
February 15, 2009 8:11AM
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