SPIRITUALIZING POLITICS: ANALYTICAL PERSPECTIVES ON SRI AUROBINDO'S PHILOSOPHY IN PEACE AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION
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https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i1.2024.3683Keywords:
Sri Aurobindo, Spiritual Politics, Peace and Conflict Resolution, Governance and Divine AnarchyAbstract [English]
The crises of political instability, conflict, and fragmentation in contemporary society demand frameworks that go beyond materialistic and transactional approaches to governance. Sri Aurobindo, a philosopher, mystic, and revolutionary, provides a transformative vision of politics rooted in spiritual principles and the evolution of human consciousness. His philosophy of integral yoga emphasizes the need for a supramental transformation, which harmonizes individuality and universality. This paper critically examines the theoretical underpinnings of Aurobindo’s spiritualized politics, focusing on seminal texts such as The Human Cycle, The Ideal of Human Unity, and The Life Divine. It also explores the practical applications of his ideas in conflict resolution and peace-building, drawing insights from grassroots initiatives and restorative justice frameworks. It also looks at the idea of Divine Anarchy as the model of governance and how it leads to conflict-free governance. By addressing critiques and contextual challenges, this research underscores the enduring relevance of Aurobindo’s ideas in fostering a harmonious and unified global society.
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