what is the reasoning that people bow down before a swami?
Respect .
It’s good manners.
When i was in India one time people were kissing Patabhi Jois’ (Astanga guru) feet… I didn’t…i just gave him a hug … i think he liked that better!
Bowing is more an Asian cultural greeting…like we shake hands. I like bowing to people with my hands in prayer position…nice to respect and honour all, not just swamis i think. In Thailand some monks bow to trees even…so sweet
I bow down to you
to mum
to my lover
to George Bush
to all the gurus
to myself…
Their back hurts.
thank you for your responses some very good thoughts to think about