Mother, Sri Aurobindo and Auroville

Auroville, the “City of Dawn,” stands as a testament to the intertwined visions of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother. This experimental township, established in 1968, aims to transcend national boundaries and create a living laboratory for human unity and progress.

Dreams and the Charter

Sri Aurobindo laid the philosophical groundwork for Auroville, envisioning a community where individuals could freely pursue their highest potential without the limitations of nationality, religion, or politics. He described it as a place where “men of goodwill who aspire to live the life of the spirit in a concrete community” could gather.

The Mother, Sri Aurobindo’s spiritual collaborator, translated these dreams into action. She drafted the Auroville Charter, a foundational document outlining the city’s aspirations. The charter and other core documents proclaimed Auroville as a place of continuous harmony where true human unity may reign, highlighting the pursuit of peace, brotherhood, and progress.

Yoga: Foundation and Practice

Integral Yoga, Sri Aurobindo’s unique interpretation of yoga, permeates the very fabric of Auroville. This yoga emphasizes not just physical postures but also the transformation of one’s consciousness, encompassing physical, mental, and spiritual dimensions.

Auroville encourages various yogic practices, from Hatha Yoga to meditation, offering a path for individual and collective evolution.

Beyond Founders, Towards Collective Effort

It’s important to remember that while Sri Aurobindo and the Mother ignited the spark, Auroville is a collaborative effort. Today, individuals from around the world contribute to its development, upholding the original ideals and shaping its future.

Auroville, with its roots in the shared dreams of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother, embodies the potential of yoga to transform not just individuals but also entire communities. This ongoing experiment serves as an inspiration for those seeking to build a world where unity, harmony, and progress take precedence over division and conflict.