What Does The Church Say About Yoga

Is Yoga Sinful? | Desiring God

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The word yoga comes from the Sanskrit language and means merger or union. The ultimate aim of that philosophy is to strike a balance between mind and body and attain a kind of self-enlightenment through the use of mantra and certain kinds of physical exercises or meditative stances. See more

How should a Christian view yoga? | GotQuestions.org

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The practice of yoga is based on the belief that man and God are one. It is little more than self-worship disguised as high-level spirituality. The question becomes, is it possible for a Christian to isolate the …

What does the church say about Yoga? | Catholic Answers

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What does the church have to say about Yoga? Answer: The Church does not address Yoga specifically. If the breathing and body positions are simply done for exercise and …

Should Catholics Practice Yoga? | Catholic Answers

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The Indian Ministry of External Affairs says, “Yoga is essentially a spiritual discipline based on an extremely subtle science which focuses on bringing …

Pope Francis Says Yoga Doesn't Lead Us to God - Catholic Online

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In a recent homily, Pope Francis reminded listeners that practices like yoga aren't capable of opening our hearts up to God. "You …

15 Important Bible Verses About Yoga - Bible Reasons

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Yoga separates you from Jesus and opens up your body to evil influences and spiritual attacks. More and more professing Christians are departing from the faith …

What Is the Church’s Teaching on Yoga? | Franciscan Media

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Yoga began among people who believed in many gods and had no contact with God’s revelation contained in the Bible. When Catholics meditate and pray, they do so as members of a faith community that …

Is it Okay for Christians to Practice Yoga? - Crosswalk

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The Syro-Malabar Church, a Catholic church in India, said, “Even though yoga brings positive benefits, it cannot unite a person in a closer relationship with God,” FaithWire.com reports....

Catholicism and Yoga: What Does the Church Say? - Kitchen …

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We can’t just say “I don’t believe it” or “I’m thinking of God” and practice yoga “safely.” “Yoga is by its very nature a Hindu religious practice. Yoga is not primarily about limbering up the body; it is …

Is Yoga Sinful? – Catholic Digest

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“I know the Church condemns yoga,” she added quickly, “but I don’t know why; it’s helped me feel a lot better.” I gave her as friendly and reassuring smile as I …