12 january 2015 swami vivekananda biography
12 january 2015 swami vivekananda biography in english
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Swami Vivekananda was a Hindu monk and direct disciple of Sri Ramakrishna. Vivekananda played a key role in the introduction of Indian yoga and Vedanta philosophy in the West. He made a strong impression at the inaugural World Parliament of Religions in Chicago, 1893 – giving a powerful speech on the underlying unity of world religions.
He taught a philosophy of traditional meditation and also selfless service (karma yoga).
12 january 2015 swami vivekananda biography
He advocated emancipation for Indian women and an end to the worst excess of the caste system. He is considered an important figurehead of India’s growing self-confidence and later nationalist leaders often said they were inspired by his teachings and personality.
“To succeed, you must have tremendous perseverance, tremendous will.
“I will drink the ocean”, says the persevering soul; “at my will mountains will crumble up”. Have that sort of energy, that sort of will; work hard, and you will reach the goal.”
– Swami Vivekananda
Early life
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