The Mother explains that heaven and hell were invented by religions to control people and also to make them wise. She adds that the creative power of human thought gives an illusory existence of heaven and hell to people who believe in them but only the psychic world can be a true paradise.
Heaven and Hell Created by Religions Read More »
Sri Aurobindo was fascinated with the legend of Savitri in the Mahabharata. With a sage’s vision he saw Savitri as the redeemer of the entire humanity.
Sri Aurobindo’s Interpretation of Indian Culture: The Mahabharata – 5 Read More »
In our ‘All Life is Yoga’ series, after taking up the topics of conscious parenting, education, work and human relationships, we now focus on Money. What is the nature of money? What is the yogic attitude toward money? What does Indian tradition say about this? What are some key insights from the works and vision of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother which we must keep in our consideration as we navigate this tricky area of material well-being for ourselves and our societies and nations, and also prepare ourselves for higher pursuits of life? These and other related questions are addressed through our offerings in this issue.
Indian Cultural Wisdom on Money Read More »
Sri Aurobindo and the Mother explain that to control money one must follow a certain rhythm of the money-power, which includes not hoarding it.
Rhythm of Money Power and the Vaishya Soul-Force Read More »
This is a travelogue with a difference; it takes you to the inner dimension of what conscious travel can mean when we are not merely a tourist but are open to experiencing the spirit of a place, its history and culture.
Pondicherry Yatra, an Inner Journey – I Read More »
In this part, the author begins with some misperceptions people have about Yoga and describes beautifully the practice of Integral Yoga at Sri Aurobindo Ashram.
Pondicherry Yatra, an Inner Journey – 2 Read More »
What is sādhana of wealth? How does a householder’s purusharthā of earning money take the form of a sādhana? What is the role of inner purification in this?
Artha Sādhana as a Spiritual Pursuit Read More »
In this part, we see how Sri Aurobindo takes “with a reverent hand” a few myths and legends from the Mahabharata, and cleanses “them of soiling accretions, till they shine with some of the antique strength, simplicity and solemn depth of beautiful meaning.”
Sri Aurobindo’s Interpretation of Indian Culture: The Mahabharata – 4 Read More »
Read here a few translations of Sri Aurobindo from Vyasa’s Mahabharata including a sample of the “free poetic paraphrase” of the story of Vidula.
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The Kurukshetra war must have been caused by several political factors. Sri Aurobindo analysed the preceding political tangle which is as important as the war.
Sri Aurobindo’s Interpretation of Indian Culture: The Mahabharata – 2 Read More »
With this issue we begin serialising Dr. Prema Nandkumar’s essay focusing on the Mahabharata in the light of Sri Aurobindo.
Sri Aurobindo’s Interpretation of Indian Culture: The Mahabharata – 1 Read More »
Values cannot be imposed through textbooks. Teachers and parents must serve as living examples. Rich stories can also expose children to higher ideals.
Sri Aurobindo on Education for Character Development Read More »
Sri Aurobindo felt that when dealing with the human personality of Rama one should get into the spirit of his age and race. Read more in this part.
Sri Aurobindo’s Interpretation of Indian Culture: The Ramayana – 4 Read More »
Watch this video for some insights into new challenges for parents now that the new consciousness is at work on the earth. Also reflect on a fundamental question: why does one want to have a child?
Parenting in the New Age (Video) Read More »
Briefly describing the dharma of a householder, this essay highlights the relevance of the Indian view of gradual human development through stages of life.
Gṛhasthadharma: The Dharma of a Householder Read More »
Read about the heroic motherhood that Kunti epitomises for all times to come. Kunti stands out as a symbol of patience, courage, sacrifice and forbearance.
Kunti – A Paradigm of Conscious Parenting Read More »
Embedded within the tale of the Ramayana are spiritual radiances coming from a yogic poet’s prophetic vision, making it eternally and aesthetically appealing.
Sri Aurobindo’s Interpretation of Indian Culture: The Ramayana – 3 Read More »
Why did Sri Aurobindo with his cosmic vision of human history write at length about Indian culture highlighting the values that are indispensable to the conception of a perfect human culture? Read on.
Sri Aurobindo and Indian Cultural Renaissance – 1 Read More »
The author mentions a few attempts at cultural rejuvenation of India which seem to lack the very central springs of Indian culture.
Sri Aurobindo and Indian Cultural Renaissance – 2 Read More »
Is Sri Aurobindo a mere revivalist, or a proud nationalist who glories in the past? Is he merely an enthusiastic exponent of Indian culture? Read on.
Sri Aurobindo and Indian Cultural Renaissance – 3 Read More »