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“The most vital issue of the age is whether the future progress of humanity is to be governed by the modern economic and materialistic mind of the West or by a nobler pragmatism guided, uplifted and enlightened by spiritual culture and knowledge.” quote by Sri Aurobindo
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“The most vital issue of the age is whether the future progress of humanity is to be governed by the modern economic and materialistic mind of the West or by a nobler pragmatism guided, uplifted and enlightened by spiritual culture and knowledge.”

Sri Aurobindo

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The quote debates whether humanity’s future should be guided by materialistic Western economics or by a spiritually enlightened pragmatism.

In simple terms: Future direction: materialism vs spiritual pragmatism.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize spiritual wisdom in societal progress.

Themes

philosophy future spirituality economics

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • education reform
  • global governance

Key Concepts

ethics humanism cultural evolution

Questions to Reflect On

  • What role should spirituality play in modern governance?
  • Can material progress coexist with spiritual values?
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