Auroville Witness

A visiting scholar reflects on the unique experiment of Auroville as linked to the spiritual philosophy of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother, how its residents have integrated nature and evolved a place of harmony and peace.

In an interview from 2024 the artist speaks of the role of beauty in Auroville, how it relates to spontaneity and harmony, as well as the Matrimandir, recent projects and the pressure on the community.

The story of a mother and science teacher in Auroville who found deep meaning in the community, and speaks to the difference between its external and internal aspects.

The author asks whether it is possible to express what is being lost, if the dream of Auroville can withstand the diktats of the current masters.

An interview on the current situation, how Auroville is governed, persons as the core, the past and future.

An interview on the current governance with a married couple who have lived in Auroville for over forty years.

A wide-ranging set of reflections on the history of Auroville from its founding to today’s difficulties.

Timothé Reuter is a 25 year old French man who came to Auroville in the context of community service with the Pavillon de France. He speaks of how Auroville welcomes you and pushes you to rediscover spirituality, patience, and meaning.

The story of a French man coming to Auroville in the 1970s whose experiences with its governance in the following decade after the Mother passed gives him hope.

A volunteer whose family is from the Chennai area travels to Germany, learns first-hand about cultural differences with India, and is dedicated to empowering people.