Why Yoga Is Controversial in Judaism

Yoga can be a deeply spiritual experience. Hear from esteemed author and teacher Shelly Dembe, as she explores how we can align our physical, emotional, and spiritual health. See her book! Wrestling with Yoga, Journey of a Jewish Soul https://www.amazon.com/dp/1500751073?tag=&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1 0:00 intro 1:17 Can Jews do yoga? 2:07 What should Jews be careful of when practicing yoga? 4:20 How does the physical exercise of yoga relate to spirituality? 5:45 How are we connecting to God when we do yoga? 7:37 Does God care if we exercise? 9:12 How to take care of your body without becoming obsessed with your appearance? 11:05 3 tips for taking better care of ourselves 13:34 Is there a sequence to our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being? --- Subscribe to our channel for more of the best Jewish video content on YouTube. The Rohr Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) has the largest collection of Jewish media content. Our exclusive videos range from Torah insights to the most hotly debated contemporary topics. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myJLI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myjli/ See our full video library here: https://www.torahcafe.com/ Visit our website here: https://www.myjli.com/ ABOUT JLI Serving learning centers in over 1,800 communities and on the internet, the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) is the world's preeminent provider of Jewish learning. The mission of the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute is to inspire Jewish learning worldwide and to transform Jewish life and the greater community through Torah study. To make Jewish learning accessible and personally meaningful to every Jew, regardless of background or affiliation. JLI's insightful curriculum utilizes cutting-edge pedagogical techniques, embracing the multiple intelligence model and utilizing multimedia and an array of approaches to engage, educate, and inspire all kinds of minds in a dynamic Jewish learning experience.