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Sri Aurobindo
1872–1950 · Contemporary · Indian / Bengali
Philosophy
Thinker of integral yoga, evolution, and spiritual transformation.
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Sri Aurobindo is presented in the Thought archive through philosophy, indian / bengali, indian / bengali, contemporary. The recorded life dates are 1872–1950. The profile connects this work to Indian Thought, Metaphysics, Political Philosophy, Religion & Mysticism.
The central questions gathered here concern integral yoga, spiritual evolution, consciousness, national awakening, synthesis. Together they show the recurring problems, methods, and distinctions that define this thinker’s contribution.
Sri Aurobindo developed within an intellectual conversation shaped by Vedanta, Indian nationalism, Western philosophy. These names provide context for the traditions and problems surrounding the work; they do not imply simple agreement.
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Connects consciousness, evolution, politics, and spiritual practice into a vast integral philosophy.
- Era
- Contemporary
- Tradition
- Indian / Bengali
- Discipline
- Philosophy
- Life dates
- 1872–1950
- Country
- Indian / Bengali
The questions they explored
What kept them wondering
- 01
Integral yoga
- 02
Spiritual evolution
- 03
Consciousness
- 04
National awakening
- 05
Synthesis
Orbit of influence
Everything Sri Aurobindo is connected to
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Influences and connections
Who shaped them, and whom they shaped
Shaped by
- Vedanta
- Indian nationalism
- Western philosophy
Went on to shape
- integral philosophy
- Indian spirituality
- consciousness studies
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