Live before you die, so that death is also a lively celebration.
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The body is your temple. Keep it pure and clean for the soul to reside in.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy body for spiritual well-being.
B.K.S. Iyengar compares the human body to a temple, suggesting that just as temples are kept pure and clean, so too should our bodies be maintained. This maintenance is not merely for physical health, but also for nurturing the soul, indicating that physical wellness is deeply connected to spiritual and mental well-being.
Themes
BodyTempleHealthSoulPurity
In practice
Example use cases
In a health workshop, to inspire participants to adopt a healthier lifestyle.
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