Yoga: The Truth Behind the Posture

Does Yoga have a religious impact? Can Yoga be practiced for physical benefits alone? Is there such a thing as "Christian Yoga"? These are the type of questions that the author explores in Yoga: The Truth Behind the Posture. Dr. George Alexander, who grew up in India, understands the true purpose of Yoga as only an insider can. He examines how Yoga affects the mind, emotions, and physical body of all who follow this ancient practice. He also draws from personal experiences in India, England, and America to illustrate how Yoga is used to bridge the gap between Eastern and Western belief systems-two worldviews that are totally incompatible. This well-researched book explores the significance of mantras and the differences between Hindu and Biblical teachings on the nature of God and man, life and death, meditation, prayer, and morality. It also looks at the history of Yoga from its Hindu conception in India, 5,000 years ago, to its introduction in the West, its adaptation over the years to Western culture by Hindu "spiritual ambassadors," and its growing phenomenon in physical fitness.