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The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
Swami Vivekananda was an Indian Hindu monk. He was a key figure in the introduction of Indian philosophies of Vedanta and Yoga to the western world and was credited with raising interfaith awareness, bringing Hinduism to the status of a major world religion in the late 19th century. He was a major force in the revival of Hinduism in India and contributed to the notion of nationalism in colonial India. He was the chief disciple of the 19th century saint Ramakrishna and the founder of the Ramakrishna Math and the Ramakrishna Mission. He is perhaps best known for his inspiring speech beginning with "Sisters and Brothers of America," through which he introduced Hinduism at the Parliament of the World's Religions in Chicago in 1893.
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First published January 1, 1947
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Vivekananda left a body of philosophical works (see Vivekananda's complete works). His books (compiled from lectures given around the world) on the four Yogas (Raja Yoga, Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga and Jnana Yoga) are very influential and still seen as fundamental texts for anyone interested in the Hindu practice of Yoga. His letters are of great literary and spiritual value. He was also considered a very good singer and a poet.By the time of his death, He had composed many songs including his favorite Kali the Mother. He used humor for his teachings and was also an excellent cook. His language is very free flowing. His own Bengali writings stand testimony to the fact that he believed that words - spoken or written - should be for making things easier to understand rather than show off the speaker or writer's knowledge.
Swami Vivekananda [ স্বামী বিবেকানন্দ ] (1863 – 1902), born Narendranath Datta, was an Indian Hindu monk, philosopher, author, religious teacher, and the chief disciple of the Indian mystic Ramakrishna. He was a key figure in the introduction of Vedanta and Yoga to the Western world and is credited with raising interfaith awareness, and bringing Hinduism to the status of a major world religion.
Born in Calcutta, Bengal Presidency, British India (present-day Kolkata, West Bengal, India)
Vivekananda left a body of philosophical works (see Vivekananda's complete works). His books (compiled from lectures given around the world) on the four Yogas (Raja Yoga, Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga and Jnana Yoga) are very influential and still seen as fundamental texts for anyone interested in the Hindu practice of Yoga. His letters are of great literary and spiritual value. He was also considered a very good singer and a poet.By the time of his death, He had composed many songs including his favorite Kali the Mother. He used humor for his teachings and was also an excellent cook. His language is very free flowing. His own Bengali writings stand testimony to the fact that he believed that words - spoken or written - should be for making things easier to understand rather than show off the speaker or writer's knowledge.
Swami Vivekananda [ স্বামী বিবেকানন্দ ] (1863 – 1902), born Narendranath Datta, was an Indian Hindu monk, philosopher, author, religious teacher, and the chief disciple of the Indian mystic Ramakrishna. He was a key figure in the introduction of Vedanta and Yoga to the Western world and is credited with raising interfaith awareness, and bringing Hinduism to the status of a major world religion.
Born in Calcutta, Bengal Presidency, British India (present-day Kolkata, West Bengal, India)
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May 27, 2021
Humans have been looking for answers from the beginning. This book articulates the findings in a very easy to understand manner. Definitely a must read for everyone who dares call himself Hindu. You will know the meaning once you introspect, and what better place to start the journey than by reading the marvelous books. A glimpse of which is there in what Swami Vivekananda has shared.
April 15, 2020
It changed my life
August 27, 2024
Being a speech narrative of Swami Vivekanand it addresses the issues faced by Bharat during his life times. Does not anyone question how foward looking and futuristic views of Swami Vivekanand. I hope many other read his works and at least try to understand the times and tribunals we faced in his life time.. He had such huge hopes and I think we have already perished it.
It saddens me to find that I am being introduced to Swami ji so late in my life. I do not know who's fault it is.. Because it is meaningless to blame anyone or circumstances.
I am off Indic books for this year as I will be riding my new bike to new locations.
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It saddens me to find that I am being introduced to Swami ji so late in my life. I do not know who's fault it is.. Because it is meaningless to blame anyone or circumstances.
I am off Indic books for this year as I will be riding my new bike to new locations.
Book #30 series Indic books
May 30, 2022
Volume 1 was ok, I didn't love it but it was somewhat uplifting and made me think better of other peoples and cultures.
Volume 2 was a bit of the same, so, for repeating again the same concepts it was less interesting.
Volume 3 contains too much nosense, going so far as to say that some foods are spiritually tainted or that society has it right when it forces a marriage for a person.
A clear downturn from the first book all the way back to this.
Volume 2 was a bit of the same, so, for repeating again the same concepts it was less interesting.
Volume 3 contains too much nosense, going so far as to say that some foods are spiritually tainted or that society has it right when it forces a marriage for a person.
A clear downturn from the first book all the way back to this.
April 5, 2022
This third volume had much more nationalism and subtle (and occasionally not so subtle) racism. I found it very off-putting. I only really enjoyed the selection of sayings of Sri Ramakrishna. I found this volume to be more sectarian than universal. Only 6 more to go.
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