Yoga is often linked to spirituality, but is not a religion. This is why:
Yoga originates in Philosophy, not Worship
Yoga began in ancient India and it’s part of philosophical system called Yoga Sutra and Patanjali. It was a method of calming the mind and uniting body and breath as a form of awareness rather than worshiping a deity.
Universal Practices
The core tools of yoga, postures (asanas), breath control (pranayama), meditation and mindfulness can be practiced by people of any faith and none at all.
No Dogma or Deity Required
Unlike religions, yoga doesn’t demand beliefs in special gods, rituals or doctrines. You can practice yoga whether you are Christian, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, Atheist or simply just curious.
Science and Health Integrations
In the modern world yoga is widely thought as a mind and body practice for stress relief, flexibility, strength and focus. That makes it more like a wellness discipline than a religion.
