AntiMatters, Vol 3, No 4 (2009)

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Sri Aurobindo’s “Universal Realism” and the Doctrine of Cosmic Illusion

Marcel Kvassay

Abstract


Sri Aurobindo's philosophy in its mature form first appeared in the monthly review Arya between 1914 and 1921. During this period, he occasionally referred to it as a "universal Realism" or a "comprehensive Adwaita." Drawing on his major philosophical work, this article contrasts his views with those of spiritual Illusionism as exemplified by Buddhism and the  Mayavada of Shankara.

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