If you have details or specifics about who, where, when and how...I guess also why, I'd appreciate it.
2006-11-04 09:00:47 · 11 answers · asked by nothing 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Mythology & Folklore
No.
2006-11-04 09:03:49 · answer #1 · answered by flip4449 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think so. i read it once in a scientifical magazine- it was aweosme! :D
wikipedia:
Paranormal and religious beliefs
The concept of levitation is also a part of some Eastern religions and magical beliefs.
Some beliefs include ideas that there are paranormal ways to levitate objects. These may include mystical or magic-related methods of raising an object off the ground. Perhaps the most famous example is of monks and/or religious people that live a hermetic life levitating at will, a common element in hagiography.[citation needed] The numerous stories involving mystical levitation suggest that "true" or unaided (by apparent, or, at least, earthly forces) levitation may be a divine act or consequence of a divine revelation.
"Levitation" is also used in reference to an apparent levitation.
In science fiction and fantasy, some fictional characters possess the power to lift themselves above the ground via levitation. Example: Phoebe Halliwell in Charmed.
History
The original use of the word was to refer to such inexplicable claims, as in wonder stories and unauthenticated reports; the use of the word to describe an actual, physical means of "making things float in the air" is a recent development.
2006-11-04 09:14:45 · answer #2 · answered by Lil Ms. Roro 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only thing I could say on it is...maybe.
The best way I've heard it described was in a work by Robert Anton Wilson.
His daughter told him she levitated during one of her meditation sessions. He (RAW) told her levitation was impossible, to which she replied, Thats why you can't.
*shrug* take your pick...I've heard the stories also about levitating, I've heard all the science reasons as to why it's impossible.
2006-11-04 11:06:11 · answer #3 · answered by Hatir Ba Loon 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
-----No. It violates physical laws. Where does the energy to lift and then hold the body off the ground come from? How is it controlled? Gravity is strong; it takes a lot of energy to overcome it, and on a continuing basis. Helicopters must keep their engines running if they want to stay in the air. ---Jim
2006-11-04 09:13:15 · answer #4 · answered by James M 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely. Just make sure, that you are in a secure hot air baloon, then yoga away.
2006-11-05 19:26:51 · answer #5 · answered by Croup 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you believe its not possible then of course it won't happen however I see it as a possibility. Scientific reasoning in every aspect of life just does not cut it for me.
2006-11-04 09:08:53 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to www.thestraightdope.com and search for "yoga levitiation." They have tons of info on the subject, and they pretty convincingly disprove it.
2006-11-04 09:09:16 · answer #7 · answered by The One True Chris 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
levitation is not possible in fact it is nothing more than a allusion
2006-11-04 09:06:45 · answer #8 · answered by jillan 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately we all have to obey the inviolate laws of physics. And they call this freedom!
2006-11-04 09:09:05 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Someone like you is a prime candidate for cult recruitment. Watch out, 'cause they're coming to get you!
2006-11-04 09:04:13 · answer #10 · answered by GORDO BLAKHART 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
NO!!! some culture came up with this stupid idea that gods will lift you up if you worship them.
2006-11-04 09:13:08 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋