EXPLORING THE THEMES IN THE WORKS OF SRI AUROBINDO
Snigdha Rathod
English Literature
April 2024
This thorough examination dives into the writings, philosophy, and life of Sri Aurobindo, a pivotal figure in Indian spirituality and thinking. Aurobindo was exposed to both Indian spiritual traditions and a Western education throughout his formative years, having been born in Calcutta in 1872. Alongside his engagement in the Indian nationalist struggle, he had a deep spiritual awakening that inspired him to create the Integral Yoga, a route that leads to divine realisation and inner change. Based on Vedanta and enhanced by a variety of spiritual influences, Aurobindo's philosophy highlights the progression of awareness towards a harmonious union of the material and spiritual domains. His writings, which combine prose poetry, symbolism, and a fusion of Eastern and Western philosophy, address topics like love, beauty, and the pursuit of truth. They are meant to be both spiritual lessons and creative expressions. The lasting influence of Aurobindo inspires those who are looking for the truth and a more enlightened society
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