From Citizens to Servitors: Understanding the Aurovilian Way of Life

Auroville is not like any other city or community in the world. Its unique way of life is based on the principle of universal brotherhood and spiritual aspiration. Aurovilians are not considered citizens, but rather individuals who have chosen to serve the collective ideal of Auroville. This mindset encourages individuals to prioritize the needs of the community over their personal desires and aspirations, and to work towards the greater good of all.

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Auroville’s Open Source Philosophy: Why Sharing is Essential for Sustainable Living

Auroville’s open source philosophy is rooted in the principle of collective ownership, which emphasizes the importance of sharing resources and knowledge for sustainable living. This philosophy is based on the belief that resources and knowledge belong to everyone and should be freely available to all, without any restrictions or barriers. By adopting an open source approach, Auroville aims to create a culture of collaboration and cooperation, where everyone is encouraged to contribute to the collective well-being of the community.

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Challenges and Solutions for Achieving Collective Ownership in Auroville

Auroville’s guiding principle is that it belongs to nobody in particular and is intended to be a model for sustainable living and human unity. However, achieving collective ownership in such a diverse and dynamic community can be challenging. There are several factors that contribute to this challenge, including financial sustainability, cultural differences, and balancing individual freedom with collective responsibility. In this article, we will explore these challenges and potential solutions to achieving collective ownership in Auroville.

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Exploring Auroville’s Guiding Principle: A Place for Universal Brotherhood and Spiritual Aspiration

Auroville’s guiding principle of “a place for universal brotherhood and spiritual aspiration” has been the foundation of the community since its inception in 1968. The community was envisioned as a place where people from all over the world could come together and live in harmony, without any discrimination of caste, creed, or religion. It was meant to be a place where people could realize their highest potential and work towards the betterment of humanity.

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The Importance of Uncroaching Auroville’s Assets: A Call to Action

Auroville, the experimental township in southern India, was envisioned as a place where people from all over the world could live together in harmony, devoid of social, political and economic distinctions. The township was also meant to be an example of sustainable living, where people live a simple life, share resources and work for the betterment of the community. However, over the years, the concept of Auroville has been compromised by some unscrupulous residents who have encroached upon Auroville’s assets, such as common spaces, parks, workspaces, and even houses.

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Willing Servitors of Auroville

The concept of “Willing Servitors” is central to the community of Auroville, a utopian township located in southern India. The term refers to individuals who are willing to serve the greater good of the community, putting aside their personal interests and ambitions to work towards the collective well-being of all members.

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Reminiscences of August 15th 1947 by Aster Patel

Aster grew up in the Ashram in the presence of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother from childhood; did her thesis on Sri Aurobindo from the Sorbonne and was asked by the Mother to join Auroville.

Reminiscences of August 15th 1947 by Aster Patel

A well known Sri Aurobindo scholar she held the Sri Aurobindo Chair at the Banaras Hindu University and also held charge of Bharat Nivas, the Pavilion of India in Auroville’s International Zone besides being one of the longest serving members of Auroville’s Governing Board. Here is the complete recording of her reminisces of 15th August 1947 in the Ashram and the aftermath, the impact of the 5 Dreams, and the unfolding years.