Read about the various zones of what the Mother called as the World of Creation. This helps us understand how art can be a means for spiritual progress.
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Sri Aurobindo and the Mother are ONE consciousness. This was affirmed repeatedly by both Sri Aurobindo and the Mother through various correspondences and talks. They worked together as One consciousness to bring down the Supramental Consciousness on the Earth. So, when it comes to speaking about the true significance of this Avataric Work, only the Mother can speak about it with perfect certitude and clarity. We highlight two passages from the Mother in our Guiding Light feature for the current issue.
The Mother on Sri Aurobindo’s Avataric Work Read More »
Sri Aurobindo’s in-depth and profound explanation of the concept of Avatarhood as given in the Bhagavad Gita is the best one would find anywhere.
Avatarhood in ‘Essays on the Gita’ – 1 Read More »
Sri Aurobindo explains that the Avatar comes to bring nearer the kingdom of heaven on earth in the collectivity as well as to build the kingdom of heaven within in the individual human soul.
Avatarhood in ‘Essays on the Gita’ – 2 Read More »
We are presenting this comprehensive essay in 5 parts. In Part 1, the author gives an excellent summary of Sri Aurobindo’s explanation of the real meaning and purpose of Avatarhood.
Sri Aurobindo and the Kalki Avatar -1 Read More »
In Part 2, the author helps us understand the “world-arrangement” so as to fully understand the avataric mission of Sri Aurobindo.
Sri Aurobindo and the Kalki Avatar – 2 Read More »
In Part 3, the author zooms in on the avatarhood of Sri Aurobindo, with a focus on the double nature of his avataric work – to bring down the Supermind as well as to wage a war against the hostile forces.
Sri Aurobindo and the Kalki Avatar – 3 Read More »
Volume V, Issue 8Author: Georges van Vrekhem Continued from PART 3 Editor’s Note: In Part 4, the author focuses on the Avatarhood of the Mother, because as Sri Aurobindo and the Mother both have said, they are One Consciousness. 4. The Mother Avatar Outspoken or not, the avatarhood of the Mother has been much more controversial
Sri Aurobindo and the Kalki Avatar – 4 Read More »
In this concluding part, the author focuses on the Complete Avatar that are Sri Aurobindo and the Mother, connecting their work to the Kalki Avatar.
Sri Aurobindo and the Kalki Avatar – 5 Read More »
In highlighting the theme – Divine in Nature, these passages remind us that all that is is the manifestation of a Divine Infinite.
God at the Beginning, God in the Middle, God at the End, God Everywhere Read More »
These passages from Sri Aurobindo’s writings help us deepen our understanding of the phrase वासुदेवः सर्वमिति from the Bhagavad Gita (7.19).
Vāsudevaḥ sarvam iti and Karmayoga Read More »
To celebrate the anniversary of the Supramental Manifestation, let us recall how the Mother explains the deep significance of this realization. Also included here is a video submitted by one of our contributors.
Supramental Manifestation and the New World (video) Read More »
In this conversation with a disciple, dated 2 May 1956, the Mother explains clearly what it takes to perceive the working of a new consciousness in the earth-atmosphere. She reminds that if want the new supramental consciousness to transform us, we must open ourselves and make an effort to progress.
The New Consciousness and Human Attitude Read More »
In continuation of the first two parts of this essay published in the last issue, read here about some of the deep symbolism found in Sri Aurobindo’s Savitri.
Sri Aurobindo’s Savitri and Vyasa’s Savitri – 3 Read More »
Satyavan symbolizes the aspiring human spirit caught in the mesh of ignorance and death. Savitri is the Divine’s Grace, the Divine’s love which has come down.
Sri Aurobindo’s Savitri and Vyasa’s Savitri – 4 Read More »
From the original essay titled ‘Upanishadic Symbolism’ we take up three aspects – about the Five Elements, Triple Agni and Number of Gods.
Of Dogs, Gods and Elements: Symbolism in the Upanishads Read More »
The psycho-spiritual interpretation of Daivic and Asuric natures as described in the Bhagavad Gita finds its origin in the ancient Vedic symbolism.
Deva and Asura in the Bhagavad Gita Read More »
Under the title of his epic poem, Savitri, Sri Aurobindo added “A Legend and a Symbol”. What is this legend? And what does the poem symbolize?
Sri Aurobindo’s Savitri and Vyasa’s Savitri – 1 Read More »