Is Yoga and Christianity Compatible? This is My Personal Opinion.

I’m a yoga teacher, Reiki Master and Crystal Reiki Master. I get asked a lot about my faith and how do the two go hand in hand. I believe that you can do both.

Psalm 1 explains that when believers meditate on God’s Word, they will be blessed with flourishing just like a tree flourishes if it is planted by continuously running water and nourished by a constant source of life. Regularly meditating in in a yoga sense is going within and seeking peace. The two can go hand in hand. In praying we are also looking for peace in what we are praying for. (This is my belief)

Is yoga compatible with Christianity?

Yoga and Christianity are compatible, but a thoughtful approach must be taken for the two belief systems to co-exist. To the extent that yoga can be viewed as a philosophy and lifestyle with practices that promote self-confidence, mindfulness, and inner peace, yoga is complementary to Christianity. If you’re afraid that being a Christian that you may not be able to do yoga, be rest assured that you can do both. Just know that the words may be similar.

Example.

Mediation/Prayer

Basically, religious people use prayer to establish a deeper connection with God. Meditation, on the other hand, does not involve a connection with a higher power. Rather, the…