cakediva
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Post by cakediva on Apr 30, 2015 12:31:56 GMT
My Aunt just posted this article on Facebook: Seduced by the Serpent: Yoga and the Devil's DoorI'm without words. Really? I understand what the article is saying about the origins of Yoga, the meaning behind it. But I also think somebody so strong in their faith is not going to worship the Devil or any other deity just by doing yoga. Really? |
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Post by Patter on Apr 30, 2015 12:34:37 GMT
Has she seen holyyoga.net?  |
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Post by grinningcat on Apr 30, 2015 12:46:16 GMT
Yes, apparently it's yet another thing from the devil. Stupidity is what it really is. Yoga is good for the body which in turn is good for the soul, but some people are so damn insecure in their own faith that they can't bear to be a part of anything that's outside their faith. It's stupid and it makes me mad that people can be so bloody narrowminded. I came across it when I was into yoga. I left for other reasons like yogis are fake mean girls who say they are so enlightened when they are not but there are people out there who think that yoga is bad for you because it's not Christian.
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Post by mallie on Apr 30, 2015 12:46:43 GMT
I have a niece who is a yoga instructor and she hears it all the time. In fact, she was asked by a friend to lead morning yoga at a local Methodist event (as a donation) and she was cancelled because so many people complained that she would be teaching them to worship a non-Christian god. My niece is, ironically, an atheist, so she doesn't worship anyone or anything, as it happens. Except, maybe, good health.
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Post by katieanna on Apr 30, 2015 12:51:59 GMT
I have a good friend who loves the Lord and does (or did) yoga exercises. The exercise techniques are good for the body; the other stuff (spiritual stuff) wasn't taught in the class. If your heart belongs to the Lord, the Devil can't take that away from you - no matter what physical exercise you choose to perform.
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Post by caro on Apr 30, 2015 12:56:59 GMT
I think this thought about yoga comes from long ago. I have always been told to never "clear" your mind from God because it allows Satan to come in.
To Christians, we are surrounded by the prince of the air (Satan) everyday, not just a yoga class. Keep your mind focused on God in all that you do.
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Post by Regina Phalange on Apr 30, 2015 13:11:39 GMT
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Post by grinningcat on Apr 30, 2015 13:16:18 GMT
I think this thought about yoga comes from long ago. I have always been told to never "clear" your mind from God because it allows Satan to come in. To Christians, we are surrounded by the prince of the air (Satan) everyday, not just a yoga class. Keep your mind focused on God in all that you do. I hate to be blunt but... what? I don't understand what you're saying. Satan is the prince of air? Clearing your brain lets Satan in? Keep your mind focussed on god no matter what you do? I don't get it. Could you explain further? |
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Post by anonrefugee on Apr 30, 2015 13:19:23 GMT
I haven't read that article, but the view has been around for a while.
Meanwhile, some of us (me) attend churches that OFFER yoga classes, Tai Chi, etc.
The Christian church I used to attend shares its building with a Hindi group needing a place to worship. Not everyone fears...
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Post by DEX on Apr 30, 2015 13:19:56 GMT
I think this thought about yoga comes from long ago. I have always been told to never "clear" your mind from God because it allows Satan to come in. To Christians, we are surrounded by the prince of the air (Satan) everyday, not just a yoga class. Keep your mind focused on God in all that you do. Back in the 70's I heard the same thing about meditation. Didn't buy it then. Don't buy it now.  |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 30, 2015 13:25:01 GMT
Yeah there was a huge thread on the old board about this. I personally find it ridiculous. Yoga can be spiritual if you want it to be. Or it can just be exercise. But it certainly has nothing to do with the devil or evil.
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Post by gar on Apr 30, 2015 13:27:59 GMT
It's a bit bothersome to think that the minute your mind is 'empty' then whoosh - in swoops the devil to fill the vacuum! I mean....who doesn't have moments of vague mental emptiness?  |
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Post by DEX on Apr 30, 2015 13:33:10 GMT
I mean....who doesn't have moments of vague mental emptiness? Gar (and others), when you get to be my age, those moments are more frequent.  |
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Post by anxiousmom on Apr 30, 2015 13:34:21 GMT
I mean....who doesn't have moments of vague mental emptiness? Gar (and others), when you get to be my age, those moments are more frequent. ...and they usually involve me standing in the middle of a room wondering where on earth I left my coffee cup or glasses. |
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Post by Kelpea on Apr 30, 2015 13:52:26 GMT
Regina, thank you for that link about spiritual husband; saw that last night online and was shocked. Some of the responses are hilarious, though.
Yoga, like TM (transcendental meditation), is considered by many in certain religions to be wrong because it "opens up your mind to let the devil in." I don't get it, but that's the prevailing thought.
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Post by stittsygirl on Apr 30, 2015 14:01:18 GMT
Gar (and others), when you get to be my age, those moments are more frequent. ...and they usually involve me standing in the middle of a room wondering where on earth I left my coffee cup or glasses. Or kids  . |
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Post by anonrefugee on Apr 30, 2015 14:01:27 GMT
It's a bit bothersome to think that the minute your mind is 'empty' then whoosh - in swoops the devil to fill the vacuum! I mean....who doesn't have moments of vague mental emptiness? Skim reading, I thought you said the devil swoops in to vacuum. This poor housekeeper might be swayed.. |
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cakediva
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Post by cakediva on Apr 30, 2015 14:03:23 GMT
Oh my dear heavens - now I've really read it all! LOL |
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Post by smginaz Suzy on Apr 30, 2015 14:07:08 GMT
Hmmm, I could use someone to swoop in and vacuum.
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Post by anxiousmom on Apr 30, 2015 14:10:54 GMT
Hmmm, I could use someone to swoop in and vacuum. Gah. Me too. And laundry. That would be nice. |
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Post by gar on Apr 30, 2015 14:12:34 GMT
It's a bit bothersome to think that the minute your mind is 'empty' then whoosh - in swoops the devil to fill the vacuum! I mean....who doesn't have moments of vague mental emptiness? Skim reading, I thought you said the devil swoops in to vacuum. This poor housekeeper might be swayed.. Oh if that was what happened I'd doing the poses right now! |
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Post by gar on Apr 30, 2015 14:13:49 GMT
...and they usually involve me standing in the middle of a room wondering where on earth I left my coffee cup or glasses. Or kids . Any or all of the above |
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Post by ScrapsontheRocks on Apr 30, 2015 14:20:47 GMT
I mean....who doesn't have moments of vague mental emptiness? Gar (and others), when you get to be my age, those moments are more frequent. Holding my hand up! In today's stressed-out world, moments of vagueness are necessary for my mental health |
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Post by bc2ca on Apr 30, 2015 14:23:54 GMT
A family sued the Encinitas School District when they started an elementary school yoga program because they didn't want their child introduced to non-Christian beliefs/Hinduism. The judge ruled the program was secular. Encinitas yoga controversy
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Post by mallie on Apr 30, 2015 14:31:14 GMT
It's a bit bothersome to think that the minute your mind is 'empty' then whoosh - in swoops the devil to fill the vacuum! I mean....who doesn't have moments of vague mental emptiness? Skim reading, I thought you said the devil swoops in to vacuum. This poor housekeeper might be swayed.. Dusting would temptm me. |
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Post by Shel on Apr 30, 2015 14:33:16 GMT
Good grief! As a Christian I'm just gonna roll my eyes at this one. People are idiots.
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Post by Regina Phalange on Apr 30, 2015 14:34:00 GMT
Apparently Christians need to stop making women clean house!!! Everyone is willing to submit to Satan with just a little help! |
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Post by anniebeth24 on Apr 30, 2015 14:36:26 GMT
I have a dear Christian friend who attends "Hot" yoga classes at a secular studio. She tells me that it's one of the most spiritual parts of her week. She uses the quiet time to connect with God and pray.
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Post by oldcrow on Apr 30, 2015 14:44:00 GMT
Hmmm, I could use someone to swoop in and vacuum. Gah. Me too. And laundry. That would be nice. Does he do windows. I really need my windows done. |
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Post by bc2ca on Apr 30, 2015 14:55:26 GMT
I'm at a loss for words?!?! Who the heck is Mack Major (other than Blogger and Writer of great books)? |
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