Keen on Yoga Podcast6 Jul 2025

Ep 232 Sunila S. Kale and Christian Lee Novetzke: The Yoga of Power

This conversation explores the themes of yoga as a form of power and its intersection with politics, particularly in the context of India. Sunila S. Kale and Christian Lee Novetzke discuss their book, The Power of Yoga, which examines how yoga has been historically understood not just as a spiritual practice but as a means of political expression and control. They delve into ancient texts like the Rigveda and the Mahabharata, the role of figures like the Raja of Aundh, and the implications of yoga in modern political contexts, including its use by leaders like Gandhi and Modi. The discussion highlights the evolving understanding of yoga and its relevance in contemporary society.

Sunila: https://jsis.washington.edu/people/sunila-kale

Christian: https://jsis.washington.edu/people/christian-novetzke/

Excerpt from the book about the film on Surya Namaskar: The Yoga of Power, Yoga as Political Thought and Practice in India: https://thewire.in/books/the-yoga-of-power-surya-namaskar

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Key Points

· Yoga can be understood as a means of power and control.

· The intersection of yoga and politics has historical significance.

· The Rigveda presents yoga in a context of war and power.

· The Mahabharata connects yoga with governance and leadership.

· Yoga's meaning has evolved over centuries in various texts.

· The Raja of Aundh used yoga for political empowerment and social reform.

· Modern interpretations of yoga often overlook its political roots.

· Gandhi and Aurobindo viewed yoga as a tool for political action.

· Yoga's role in nationalism is complex and multifaceted.

· The contemporary practice of yoga is influenced by historical political contexts.

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