In this essay written originally in Bengali, Sri Aurobindo highlights the subtle but important difference between the tamasic, rajasic and sattvic ego. He reminds us that just as pride has ego, in the same way humility also has ego; just as strength has ego, in the same way weakness also has ego.
Ahankāra – Sri Aurobindo on Tamasic, Rajasic, Sattvic Ego and More Read More »
Written in response to a disciple’s query about a particular statement of Gandhi, this letter of Sri Aurobindo strongly emphasises the need to develop a deeper and wider understanding of truth that is beyond mental-moral-ethical ideals. We also get a glimpse of a significant difference between the Christian or Semitic and the Hindu understanding of virtues or qualities, particularly Humility, which are considered important from a spiritual point of view.
Of Caste, Hierarchy and Humility: Sri Aurobindo Responds to the Gandhian View Read More »
We feature a special essay by Sri Aurobindo from Bande Mataram in which he writes about the birth and growth of Indian nationalism invoking the advent and avatāric work of Sri Krishna. The selection of this piece is most appropriate since this month we also celebrate Krishna Janmashtami.
The Life of Nationalism: When Sri Aurobindo Invoked Sri Krishna Read More »
We present four brief passages from Sri Aurobindo’s writings done in early 1910. The immense significance of these passages for today’s India can’t be missed.
On Ācāra, Vicāra, Viveka, Jñāna Read More »
A small selection of excerpts from letters of Sri Aurobindo guiding us on the three central processes of Integral Yoga – Aspiration, Rejection and Surrender.
The Triple Labour – Aspiration Rejection Surrender Read More »
These passages deal with the Supreme Timeless Spirit manifesting as time in the world; the immeasurable getting measured for the purpose of creation.
The Timeless Manifests as Time Read More »
Two selections from Sri Aurobindo’s writings. About the Mahashakti and Her powers; and about the Shakti that governs and guides the destiny of India.
The Mahashakti and Her Powers Read More »
In this month’s Guiding Light section we highlight three poems of Sri Aurobindo which speak of Silence, Space and Spirit.
“A stillness of God building his earthly abode” Read More »
In the matter of yoga a little experience is worth much more than long dissertations. But it is also good to have a clear understanding of what has to be done and realised, of what is required and of the main lines of the process.
To a Seeker in the West – More Advice from Sri Aurobindo Read More »
It is true that Yoga demands an equipoise and that every weak point, physical or mental, is a source of much trouble and much difficulty. But what is, should always be taken as it is; it is inevitably the point from which one has to start. And the start must be made forthwith.
To a Beginner in Yoga: Some Advice from Sri Aurobindo Read More »
In these passages, Sri Aurobindo explains the true spirit and mission of Indian nationalism. The challenge before us is to develop our perception so that we can see their deep relevance of these words for our times, for a true rebirth of Indian nation.
The Ideal of Indian Nationalism Read More »
Sri Aurobindo explains why a full flowering of Indian civilisation was interrupted, why it is important for India to reassert its peculiar individuality, and why the future demands a true understanding of each civilisation’s unique strengths.