Ashram is no more a geographical territory. From 1957, after the Supramental Manifestation, The Mother clearly described how the Ashram has extended to include all who have turned towards the teachings of Sri Aurobindo and declared themselves inwardly as disciples. Nolini da also spoke about the inner Ashram in the subtle physical world and so has been the experience of many who live outside. Pondicherry is the place where the seed has been planted and the roots dug deep into the soil of matter but the branches and twigs and leaves cover the whole earth. Wherever one is drawing strength and the sap from the writings of Sri Aurobindo or trying in whatever little measure to live this life, whoever is turned towards the Mother is part of this larger inner Ashram and what applies here applies there as well.
Affectionately,
Alok Da
