This episode covers the 15th and 16th paragraphs of the chapter ‘The Three Steps of Nature’ from the book The Synthesis of Yoga by Sri Aurobindo. (https://incarnateword.in/cwsa/23/the-three-steps-of-nature)

Sri Aurobindo highlights the allure of the supreme existence, which can make other pursuits seem insignificant. However, he warns against dismissing the mind as merely an obstacle to liberation. He argues for an integral approach that recognizes the divine purpose of the mind, suggesting that true wisdom involves seeing God not just beyond but also within the universe. This perspective leads to an integral yoga that embraces the full spectrum of existence, from the physical and mental to the divine, aiming not to reject but to transfigure all aspects of life into their highest potential. This path involves ascending to divine consciousness and also descending to enrich the world with that consciousness, realizing that the body, mind, and spirit are interconnected steps in the journey toward ultimate liberation and fulfillment.

Sri Aurobindo (1872-1950) was a multifaceted Indian revolutionary, yogi, philosopher, and poet. He envisioned humanity at an evolutionary crossroads, declaring, "man is a transitional being." He believed we face a crucial choice: continue on our current path or embrace a transformative evolution towards a brighter future.

Sri Aurobindo's monumental work, "The Synthesis of Yoga," deconstructs and synthesises the rich diversity of Indian yoga traditions. It culminates in his revolutionary Integral Yoga, a powerful vision and method for transforming human nature through the power of the divine Shakti, revealing Earth's potential for evolutionary transformation.

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