Does Isha Yoga force anyone to become a monk? Is Sadhguru against the concept of marriage?
The answer to both is a resounding NO.
Let`s delve deeper via this thread.
Sadhguru says, “There is a certain beauty in two lives trying to merge into one. To think beyond yourself, to feel beyond yourself, to accommodate another is also a stepping stone for the ultimate union. Vivaha is a certain form of consecration for marriages.”
Through Isha Yoga, couples can conduct their wedding or renew their vows in Devi’s presence, either at a Linga Bhairavi abode or a location of their choice. Isha Yoga facilitates multiple Vivaha Rituals
Linga Bhairavi Vivaha In this ritual, couples marry in the Linga Bhairavi’s powerful presence – the ultimate manifestation of the Divine Feminine. Conducted in the sanctum, it creates an everlasting bond between the couple and enhances their receptivity to Devi’s grace.
Vivaha Vaibhavaa Vivaha Vaibhavaa includes the Linga Bhairavi Vivaha, along with Vilakku Seva, Daha Nivaranam and Sarpa Seva rituals for the wellbeing of the couple.
Bhuta Shuddhi Vivaha
Available both at Linga Bhairavi or at a location near you. Bhuta Shuddhi Vivaha is a form of consecration for marriages, with origins in the Yogic system. The fundamental process is refinement of the five elements in the human system (earth, water, air, fire, and space).
Now that it is clarified that ISHA Yoga is not against marriage, but rather facilitates marriage, let’s look at the other question.
Does ISHA force MonkHood?
Let’s hear directly from the monks themselves.
The Isha Yoga Centre is home to 1000s of volunteers who are not monks and a few who have chosen to become monks. The keyword is chosen. Isha Yoga DOES NOT force monkhood. It is a choice, a fundamental right, just like your choice of a career path.
Now the question is why is Sadhguru ji and Isha Foundation being targeted. Is it because he is a vocal supporter of the “Free Temples” movement, is it because ISHA runs Goshalas and promotes Sanatan Dharm?
Is it because Isha runs schools for the underprivileged, is it because Isha Mahashivratri is a divine spectacle for Sanatan Dharm?
The answer is fairly evident and i leave it to your judgment.
As someone who has visited the Isha Yoga Centre multiple times and stayed there at length, I wholeheartedly stand strong with Sadhguru ji and Isha Yoga Foundation.
(This article has been compiled from the tweet thread posted by @VertigoWarrior on October 02, 2024, with minor edits to improve readability and conform to HinduPost style guide)
