Yoga as an exercise is permissible

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi on Wednesday urged all quarters to understand the content of the yoga fatwa issued by the National Fatwa Council and not twist facts which could cause confusion among the public.

He said Muslims who performed yoga exercise and not chanting any mantra could carry on with their activity as it was good for their health.

More from The Star..Understand yoga fatwa, do not twist the facts: PM

Related stories:
Consider fatwa very carefully, says Nazrin
Jakarta won't follow move

Yoga has been banned in Malaysia for Muslims

If you are a visitor and a Muslim, and is making Malaysia your home, you may want to note that the National Islamic body has on Saturday, Nov 22, declared that yoga has been banned for Muslims as they fear that the practice which involves three elements of physical movements, worshipping and chanting might erode the faith of Muslims.

Full story: Fatwa Council says yoga with worshipping, chanting is prohibited (updated)