Interview with Chandrakant Patel | Hosted by Narad

Step back in time to the foundational years of the Sri Aurobindo Ashram. In this deeply personal and historical interview, we sit down with Chandrakant, a dedicated sadhak who arrived in Pondicherry from Africa in the 1940s. His stories offer a unique "behind-the-scenes" look at the physical labor, the athletic spirit, and the intimate moments of Grace that built the Ashram community.🌟 Highlights of this conversation include:The Beginning: Moving from Africa in 1948 and Sri Aurobindo’s profound words to Chandrakant’s father about "doing his Yoga."Tennis with The Mother: Touching stories of playing on the concrete courts and the heartfelt tradition of The Mother gifting him her own rackets on his birthdays.Building the Ashram: Firsthand accounts of constructing the Ashram Theatre and the intense, joyful labor of preparing Sri Aurobindo’s room.Moments of Protection: A vivid retelling of the 1947 disturbances in Pondicherry and the miraculous "dematerialization" of The Mother’s umbrella.The Supramental Vision: A moving account of The Mother’s 1973 vision of Chandrakant as a "bright, throbbing" being in the supramental world.📜 About ChandrakantFrom being the fastest runner on the football field to meticulously cleaning the windows of the Mother’s room, Chandrakant’s life is a testament to the Integral Yoga in action. His reminiscences bring the presence of the Masters to life, reminding us that every small act of service is a step toward the Divine.#SriAurobindo #TheMother #IntegralYoga #Pondicherry #AshramHistory #Spirituality #Meditation #DivineGrace #Auroville #Sadhana