Martin Zbinden

“He created a family bond without blood relations but a family that is connected by heart and soul fully”

“He had taught us everything in life. He taught us of how to respect, love, care and be responsible. Without him we are nothing. All our stepping stones to success is filled with his sacrifice and love.”

“Martin had a heart of gold.

Thank you Martin, you've made the world a better place”

He also for many years ran the kitchen at New Creation School, always with his happy smile and cheery countenance, making sure that all the kids were well fed. His connection to New Creation was preceded by his first port of call which was Forecomers nursery, where he took charge after Ed had left, and after the kitchen he was for many years at the nursery in Matrimandir, where he developed his passion for the Plumerias and enthused everyone with his love for plants.

He had a great appreciation for the landscape of Tamil Nadu and was particularly attracted to the rocky landscapes of Gingee where he has created a sanctuary forest – a place he would often retreat to at the weekends to spend time in quiet reflection as well as working to develop the area.

He was quite simply a wonderful example of how one can be in this magical place called Auroville. A person who took full responsibility for life and lived it to the full, making the space we live a better place for everyone. He will be very sorely missed.

Love and strength to Shivakala and his large family.

Martin, thank you. Be in peace.

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This page has been published in order to create a space of remembrance for all of those who lived, struggled and enjoyed in Auroville, making a conscious effort to manifest the Dream of Human Unity that is in the process of emerging.