The author summarizes a few essential points regarding the Indian vision of Culture and Art. He reminds us that the Indian view of Art arose from her integral vision of Life and Existence, which recognizes Art as an important means to refine one’s nature and prepare for a higher life, which is also the true meaning of culture.
Art, a Passage for Higher Life Read More »
India conceived the philosophy of art, early on in the Vedic period itself. The highest vision of the Rishis was at the root of all great art forms in India.
The Spiritual Roots of Art in India Read More »
Read about the sacred origins of dance as per the Indian cultural tradition. Also emphasized here is an integral vision of art in India.
The Rapture of the Cosmic Dance – 1 Read More »
The focus of drama in India was along the lines of the Indian view of life which emphasised continuity and renewal as well as an urge to create an ideal life.
The Rapture of the Cosmic Dance – 2 Read More »
The art of dhūlichitra mentioned in several ancient Indian treatises on art is known by many names such as kolam, rangoli, alpona, mandana, etc.
Dhūlichitra: The Art Ritual of Women Read More »
The legend of the lost Cows helps us understand the deeper secret of the Veda. For this we first must know the symbolism behind the word ‘go’.
The Legend of the Lost Cows Read More »
The author underlines some of the key ideas of Sri Aurobindo that could be taken forward for further treatment in academia, both present and future.
Sri Aurobindo and the Modern Academic World Read More »
The author argues that the third phase of the national yoga is about the emergence of the true Indian soul, free from traditions and customs, wide and spiritual in its outlook.
The Lines of Our National Yoga – 2 Read More »
How is Sri Aurobindo’s spiritual nationalism which invokes the highest ideals of Sanatana Dharma different from a narrow and exclusive religious nationalism?
Sanatana Dharma and Indian Nationalism – 1 Read More »
In this part, the author briefly underlines the history of secularism in Europe and investigates its inappropriateness in the Indian context.
Sanatana Dharma and Indian Nationalism – 2 Read More »
In this 2-part article, the author highlights what makes India’s nation-soul different from that of Europe. Using insights from Swami Vivekananda and Sri Aurobindo, the author emphasizes that it is this essential temperament of Indian nation which gives her a unique mission for the world and humanity.
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In this part, the author emphasises that the ancient soul of the nation still lives, despite all the outer evidence that may seem contradictory to our surface view. And it is because of this that India not only survives but is confidently thriving and giving new forms to her eternal soul.
The Soul of Indian Nation – Part 2 Read More »
Excerpted from the author’s book ‘Moments Eternal’ this soulful account is intertwined with her childhood memories of celebrating Lakshmi Puja in Bengal, making it a delightful reading.
Lakshmi Puja in the Ashram – A Memoir Read More »
The author presents a delightful reading of the portrayal of selected key women figures from several poems of Sri Aurobindo, from Ahana to Savitri.
Woman in Sri Aurobindo’s Poetry Read More »
As part of the recent seminar on ‘Indian-ness in the 21st Century’, M. S. Srinivasan submitted a thought-provoking article which is featured here.
Is There Something Like Indian-ness? Read More »
We highlight selected words of Sri Aurobindo on who is a Rishi and how the essence of Indian civilisation was shaped by the great Rishis.
The Rishis as Makers of Indian Civilization Read More »
In this concluding part of the series, the author highlights Sri Aurobindo’s epic commentary on the crest-jewel of the Mahabharata, the Bhagavad Gita.
Sri Aurobindo’s Interpretation of Indian Culture: The Mahabharata – 6 Read More »
Indian culture tried to turn the whole of life towards spirituality by a persistent filling of every circumstance of life with the religious sense.
Indian View on Religion, Dharma and Life – 1 Read More »