Sri Aurobindo's Integral Yoga: A Critical Analysis

Shibani Gogoi, Rita Dey

Abstract: The pursuit of liberation from the cycle of birth and death, and the ultimate union with the Divine, lies at the heart of yogic practice. The human soul yearns to transcend the suffering tied to mortality-grief, illness, delusion, and ignorance. In response to the limitations, he perceived in traditional yogic systems, Indian seer, philosopher, and spiritual guide Sri Aurobindo formulated a distinct spiritual path known as Integral Yoga. This transformative yoga emphasizes the evolution of consciousness and the complete integration of the human being with the Divine at the level of the Super-mind. Far from being an individualistic journey alone, Integral Yoga envisions a collective upliftment of humanity. This research paper explores the core philosophy and practices of Integral Yoga, analyzes its foundational principles, and distinguishes it from the classical forms of yoga prevalent in ancient Indian traditions.

Keywords: Sri Aurobindo Ghosh, Integral yoga, Self-realization, Spiritual development, Consciousness

How to Cite?: Shibani Gogoi, Rita Dey, "Sri Aurobindo's Integral Yoga: A Critical Analysis", Volume 14 Issue 7, July 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1458-1461, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=MR25723194533, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/MR25723194533