Wisdom Workshop: Navigating the Intersection of Yoga and Religion

For many, yoga serves as a powerful spiritual practice, yet its relationship with religion and faith can often feel complex. How do the theistic roots of the yoga tradition fit with the universal appeal of yoga as a spiritual path?

This workshop dives into the nuanced connection between yoga as a universal pathway of spiritual realization and religion as an expression of faith. It offers a comprehensive exploration of how the yoga tradition intersects with concepts of divinity, faith, and philosophy.

Participants will gain clarity on:

• The theistic elements within the yoga tradition, and how they contribute to a holistic practice.
• The difference between Western ideas of God and the Vedic concept of the Absolute Truth.
• How to reconcile dualistic and non-dualistic philosophies in yoga, understanding both perspectives in a way that enriches personal practice.
• The relationship between yoga and Hinduism, and how yoga’s spiritual origins stand apart from any single religion.
• What cultural appropriation is, the ways in which it’s often misunderstood, how to recognize it, how to avoid it, and how to respond to it.

We’ll also explore practical ways to lead meaningful conversations about yoga’s theological dimensions in secular settings. Participants will gain valuable insights into the relationship of faith and knowledge in yoga philosophy and tools for respectfully representing the yoga tradition in classes, workshops, and trainings.

Join us for this enlightening session to uncover the spiritual dimensions of yoga and find new ways to integrate and communicate these principles in modern life. Whether you’re a practitioner, teacher, or seeker, this workshop will empower you with insights to deepen your connection to yoga’s rich spiritual heritage.

The recording will be available for replay.

This course is registered with Yoga Alliance and offers 1.5 hours of CE credit.

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