Integral Yoga: Sri Aurobindo's Teaching & Method of Practice (Paperback)

by Aurobindo (Author) "It is the lesson of life that always in this world everything fails a man - only the Divine does not fail him, if he..." (more)
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One of the foremost Indian philosophers of the twentieth century, Sri Aurobindowas also a political activist, a mystic and a spiritual leader. Between 1927and 1950, Sri Aurobindo remained in seclusion while perfecting a new kind ofspiritual practice he called the Integral Yoga. During this period he gavedetailed guidance to disciples and seekers, responding to thousands ofinquiries. This correspondence constitutes a major body of work on the practice of yoga-sadhana. The present volume brings together a comprehensive selectionof Sri Aurobindo's letters, organized by area of interest. An idealintroduction to his work and vision, it will also serve as an invaluable dailyhandbook for seekers of all paths - beginners and experienced practitionersalike. Glossary.

Product Details

• Paperback: 416 pages
• Publisher: Lotus Press; 1 edition (January 1, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0941524760
• ISBN-13: 978-0941524766
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #175,909 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Deep , Intense, March 30, 2000

By	"rudra" (Santa Clara , CA) - See all my reviews

This is one deep book. Aurobindo is masterful in his analysis of the mind & brain, especially its limitations. As a person approaching everything in life via intellect I found his explanations right on the dot & revealing. He explains why we need to transcend our faculties to something higher. One can make more sense of the book if accompanied by spiritual practice & experience to relate to. Not for the faint hearted.

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A rare find, February 19, 2002

By	Shawn Regan (marietta, GA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I've seen this book referenced more than a dozen times by Wilber in his books so when the book presented itself I jumped
at it. It's not a book written by Aurobindo but personal instruction to those who have written to him seeking guidance.
This book is packed with the knowledge of one of India's most accomplished saints. This book reveals valuable insights
for the spiritual traveler as well as a road map of the journey. A book I would say is indispensable for anyone on
the path.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "Your life is your yoga.", October 6, 2005

By	Donna Miesbach "Nebraska yogini" (Omaha NE) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

If ever you've wondered how to integrate the living of your life into your spiritual practice so that your life can actually become your practice, then Aurobindo's "The Integral Yoga" is for you. Here is one of the few recent sages who not only saw beyond the beyond, but lived his life from that perspective. If you've been searching, but not finding answers, chances are that Aurobindo's cogent comments will more than meet that need as he walks you through what it means to lead a deeply spiritual life, and then shows you how to do it.