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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsWelcome to the PEACE and BLISS - NAMASTE WORLD! - WORLD YOGA DAY June 21, 2015 (fab photos)
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Incredible photos show millions all over the world taking part in the International Day of Yoga.
6,000-year-old call of OM rings out around the planet.
6,000-year-old call of OM rings out around the planet.
Two thousand people in Taiwam performed 108 rounds of the Sun Salutation on Sunday
* The first International Day of Yoga was held around the globe on June 21, 2015
* Was suggested by the Indian Prime Minister to the UN General Assembly on September 27, 2014
* Narendra Modi led some 45,000 people in a mass outdoor yoga session at 7am on New Delhi Boulevard
* Sessions were held in Thailand, Malaysia, Taiwan, China, Australia, the UK and many more countries
* Was suggested by the Indian Prime Minister to the UN General Assembly on September 27, 2014
* Narendra Modi led some 45,000 people in a mass outdoor yoga session at 7am on New Delhi Boulevard
* Sessions were held in Thailand, Malaysia, Taiwan, China, Australia, the UK and many more countries
'Yoga is an invaluable gift of India's ancient tradition,' Mr Modi said.
'It embodies unity of mind and body; thought and action; restraint and fulfilment; harmony between man and nature; a holistic approach to health and well-being. It is not about exercise but to discover the sense of oneness within yourself, the world and the nature.
'It embodies unity of mind and body; thought and action; restraint and fulfilment; harmony between man and nature; a holistic approach to health and well-being. It is not about exercise but to discover the sense of oneness within yourself, the world and the nature.
Pictured are a large group participating in a yoga exercise at Chulalongkorn University field, in Bangkok, Thailand
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Welcome to the PEACE and BLISS - NAMASTE WORLD! - WORLD YOGA DAY June 21, 2015 (fab photos) (Original Post)
Surya Gayatri
Jun 2015
OP
All great things can be twisted and contorted to fit pernicious agendas of some sort.
Surya Gayatri
Jun 2015
#2
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(56,582 posts)1. Unfortunately in India yoga has become a tool of RW Hindu nationalists
With Shiv Sena trying to add it to the curriculum of Muslim and Christian schools.
Surya Gayatri
(15,445 posts)2. All great things can be twisted and contorted to fit pernicious agendas of some sort.
That said, the proof of this practice of inner peace can be seen across the planet as we speak.
Yoga is not exclusive to Hinduism. It's teachings and benefits are universal. And, it is indeed being added to school curriculums around the world--including in some countries with Muslim majorities.
Millions of Christians practice on a daily basis.
bananas
(27,509 posts)3. Great photos! nt
Surya Gayatri
(15,445 posts)4. Aren't they inspiring and encouraging?
bananas
(27,509 posts)6. yes, so many people! nt
Surya Gayatri
(15,445 posts)7. Consciousness is rising...
Surya Gayatri
(15,445 posts)5. Selfie for visibility...
Surya Gayatri
(15,445 posts)8. Our feline friends are getting with the movement as well! LOL!
Person 2713
(3,263 posts)9. Great pics thank you