Such Indeed is Maya – a Tale Retold by Sri Ramakrishna
We feature a Pauranic story which illustrates the hold that our attachments have on the ordinary experience of human relationships.
Peace, Persistence and Renunciation: Two Parables of Sri Ramakrishna
These two selections from Tales and Parables of Sri Ramakrishna bring out two distinct but complementary aspects of peace.
“Wherever there is a receptivity, the Force acts” – A Prisoner’s Transformation
Silviu Craciunas who was on verge of suicide in prison had visions of an Indian sage whom he called Aurobin Dogos and found the strength to survive his ordeal.
The Grateful Beasts and the Ungrateful Man – A Story from the Panchatantra
An interesting fable from the Panchatantra which illustrates the spontaneous gratefulness of an animal which is often found missing in man.
Sādhanā: An Audio-Visual Meditation on Humility
We begin with a beautiful prayer of the Mother from 1914. Also, we present a beautiful, meditative artistic creation by ‘Art Studio-12 Qualities” which highlights the deeper significance of humility as a fundamental soul-quality for yoga.
Parable of the Snake and the Rat
The Mother reminds us that vigilance is indispensable for all true progress. As we try to grow in sincerity and practice true humility, it is important to stay vigilant and not get bloated with our own egos that we are some great sādhakas. The Mother is the path and the Mother is the goal, says Sri Aurobindo. It is always the Mother who does the sādhanā in us. Our effort is to ensure that we keep our inner temple clean and purified and for that sincerity, humility and vigilance are all very important. This little story told by Swami Sivananda emphasises how essential vigilance is for any aspirant; it also highlights what is fake humility and the necessity to be wary of that.
Sri Aurobindo – Glimpses of His Life (Film in English and Sanskrit)
A documentary produced by Sri Aurobindo Society in 1975, directed by Phani Majumdar. Presented here are both English and Sanskrit versions.
Sādhanā: An Audio-Visual Meditation on Sincerity
This month, we have selected a beautiful, meditative artistic creation by an international volunteer group ‘Art Studio-12 Qualities”. Watching this small film and listening in silence to the words of the Mother and Sri Aurobindo on sincerity is a meditative experience. Join us in this collective aspiration for growing in Sincerity.
None Will Follow Thee After Death – A Tale Told by Sri Ramakrishna
A simple but profound parable told by Sri Ramakrishna to illustrate the significance of detachment and renunciation in the path of yoga.
