The Russian Orthodox Church has stated that it is unacceptable for Orthodox Christians to practice yoga. The faithful should give priority to physical therapy, says priest Igor Fomin, rector of the Church of the Holy Prince Alexander Nevsky.
"All Eastern customs are mainly related to spiritual practices, so this is not acceptable for an Orthodox person," the priest told TASS.
Unlike yoga, the effectiveness and benefits of physical therapy have long been proven, Pastor Fomin noted.