SRI AUROBINDO OR THE ADVENTURE OF CONSCIOUSNESS

"Sri Aurobindo or The Adventure of Consciousness" by Satprem stands out as a remarkable book, particularly appealing to Westerners approaching the subject of yoga through the mind. This work has introduced many seekers on the path of Integral Yoga to the teachings of Sri Aurobindo.

Sri Aurobindo is portrayed as a revolutionary, poet, philosopher, and visionary of evolution in the book. Beyond being an explorer of consciousness, he is presented as the builder of a new world. Sri Aurobindo's assertion that "Man is a transitional being" at the beginning of the century underscores the ongoing nature of evolution.

Satprem's classic introduction not only narrates the life story of Sri Aurobindo, an adventure in itself, but also guides readers through a methodical exploration of Sri Aurobindo’s integral yoga. The book emphasizes how this integral yoga leads to a "divine rehabilitation of Matter," providing meaning and hope to our ongoing and often challenging evolution.

Sri Aurobindo's philosophy challenges the separation between matter and spirit, advocating for the integration of both aspects. Satprem highlights the need to reconcile the vigor of Matter with the fresh waters of the Spirit, rejecting the imbalance that has afflicted humanity. The book encourages moving beyond extremes and proposes a third position that transcends both materialism and spiritualism.

Satprem suggests that the time may have come to unveil the mysteries and rediscover the complete truth of the two poles within a third position, neither materialist nor spiritualist. In doing so, he invites readers to explore the integral yoga of Sri Aurobindo as a transformative path for individuals and humanity as a whole.