to aghori

[Guest guest]

The analogy was not between traditions--it was

between concepts. I mean, I was merely pointing out that

flexibility in thought and dogma is possible without

destroying the heart of a tradition. Hinduism itself has

always been a religion of inclusion.<br><br>The point I

was trying to make in drawing a parallel with the

Talmud was that it is a body of literature that is

constantly evolving and changing, so please publish your

version--it's the way it's meant to be done. As for the Bible,

I don't like it so I don't care.<br><br>What do you

mean by "you religious types"? Can you see that you

are a "religious type" yourself? One who respects the

symbols, customs, practices, and facades of a spiritual

tradition? It's not a dirty word. The entymology of the word

"religion" is actually very similar to that of the word

"yoga." Both imply a union, or a joining.<br><br>So

really, do you think that any other form of yoga besides

Ashtanga is "clap-trap"? We are smarter than you give us

credit for--we can research what is out there and draw

our own conclusions as to what we want to do. I

happen to agree that preserving the Pattabi Jois method

of teaching is important; I choose to not take

"diluted" classes or even power yoga myself. Ashtanga is

for me. However, it's not for everyone. People have

the right to teach how they see fit (even if it irks

others) and students have the means (books, people, the

internet) to use discrimination. As long as the teachers

are honest intelling their students exactly where

they are at--no one wants to be fooled. (maybe this is

what SPW has been saying?) If a teacher claims to

teach "in the tradition of Pattabi Jois" then she/he

better do so!<br><br>By the way, mutts make some of the

sweetest dogs--it's the purebreads that are often ferile

and problematic.<br><br>Let's all disagree with

grace!

[Guest guest]

(maybe this is what SPW has been saying?) If a teacher claims to teach "in the

tradition of Pattabi Jois" or anyone else.... then she/he better do

so!<br><br>Thank you!