Hi,
I work in a job that is for the most part sedentary, and I am considering involving in a good exercise program.
I don't know much about Tai chi but I like its movements. So I am thinking of practicing it.
My only question is.. does it have anything to do with spiritual forces (like how yoga is they say), or is it just an exercise for the body?
Appreciate your inputs.
Thank you.
Angelin
Why the question?
If you had no doubts concerning it, you would not be asking for the opinions of others.
As it is, if there is conviction about it, it is up to you to listen or not listen.
James 4:17, "Therefore, to him who knows to do good and does not do it, to him it is sin".
As it is, it would be good if maybe you did some research on it, as to its origin and meaning.
Take care and God bless.
Hi Angelin,
My parents used to do Tai-chi at beginner level but they eventually stopped. There is indeed an intertwined spiritual component - which is usually the case with Eastern martial arts, and that becomes apparent at more advanced levels.
Is it possible to disentangle the 'good'/'neutral' stuff from the 'bad'? Personally I would not entrust myself with the task (1 Cor 10:12 - "let him who thinks he stands take heed lest he fall"). There are indeed many good exercise programs out there, and I trust God will lead you to a suitable one :)
Yuehan
Thank you for your inputs.
My parents used to do Tai-chi at beginner level but they eventually stopped. There is indeed an intertwined spiritual component - which is usually the case with Eastern martial arts, and that becomes apparent at more advanced levels.
I would agree with this, it would be dangerous for a Christian to spend any concerted amount of time practicing these things because of what the brother has clearly mentioned. I would encourage you to do some research on it.
Here is one link: http://www.gotquestions.org/Tai-Chi-Christian.html
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