UK Embassy hosts evening of culture, heritage spotlighting Saudi, British artists

UK Embassy hosts evening of culture, heritage spotlighting Saudi, British artists

JEDDAH: The Kingdom is playing a major role in promoting yoga — not only as a way of life and for a healthy lifestyle, but also in fostering self-development and a better world, according to the president of the Saudi Yoga Committee.

Nouf Al-Marwaai, speaking to Arab News, highlighted Saudi Arabia’s interest in yoga due to its spiritual significance, ability to cultivate self-control and promote peace, during the recent Civil Society 20 meetings as part of the G20 in New Delhi.

Al-Marwaai said: “The goal of the participation was to promote yoga as a lifestyle and a healthy way of living. It aimed to advocate for yoga’s role in development and peace within society, making it a message of peace among nations.

“Additionally, it aimed to promote yoga for mental health, as well as the psychological and physical well-being of people.”

She said that the message of the global program, titled “One Earth, One Family, One Future through Yoga,” is rooted in the ancient Indian philosophy that perceives the world as one united family.

“Yoga promotes peace, coexistence and harmony through principles such as non-violence, non-stealing, providing sustenance, preserving the Earth, living in peace, tolerance and coexistence,” Al-Marwaai said.

She said that yoga was a versatile practice