"This book examines the practice of yoga from a Christian biblical perspective, focusing on how it is understood, experienced, and interpreted in modern contexts. It traces how yoga is presented today in physical, cultural, and philosophical forms, and carefully explores what these expressions mean within their historical background. The discussion remains attentive to how individuals engage with yoga for health, wellness, and personal reasons while also recognizing the broader frameworks in which the practice exists.
At the heart of the book is a structured journey of discernment that moves from understanding yoga as it appears in contemporary life to a deeper biblical reflection on the body, influence, and spiritual awareness. Each chapter builds progressively, allowing the reader to consider both the visible form of the practice and the underlying meanings associated with it. Scripture serves as the guiding foundation throughout, shaping how questions are explored and how understanding is formed within a Christian worldview.
The purpose of this work is to support readers in developing clarity, wisdom, and thoughtful awareness as they engage with yoga in today’s world. It encourages careful reflection rather than assumption, and grounded understanding rather than confusion. By the conclusion, the reader is guided toward a Christ-centered perspective that brings coherence to the discussion while also offering practical insight for personal discernment and everyday decision-making.”

—Dr. Matthew L. Harrington
Professor of Theology and Religious Thought