According to a Fox News article, Muslim leaders in Malaysia are telling Muslims that Yoga is dangerous for them because of its Hindu roots. And yet, Christian leaders in America say virtually nothing against contemplative spirituality, which is also based on eastern-style meditation principles and practices. The Bible says Christians are to be the salt of the earth, shining the light of God’s truth for all to see, but as mysticism plays a bigger and bigger role within Christian circles, this light dims more every day.
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Fox News
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia —
Malaysia’s top Islamic body on Saturday banned Muslims from practicing yoga, saying the Indian physical exercise contains elements of Hinduism and could corrupt Muslims.
The National Fatwa Council, which has the authority to rule on how Muslims must conduct their faith, issued a fatwa, or edict, saying yoga involves not just physical exercise but also includes Hindu spiritual elements, chanting and worship.Click here to read this entire article.
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