"Take risks in your life" If you win, you can lead...! If you loose, you can guide...! Tributes To Swami Vivekananda Ji On His Birth Anniversary. RW Media

 

RW MediaJanuary 12, 2023

"Take risks in your life"  If you win, you can lead...!  If you lose, you can guide...!  Tributes To Swami Vivekananda Ji On His Birth Anniversary.

Swami Vivekananda (1863-1902) was a spiritual leader and reformer from India who played a key role in the introduction of Indian philosophies of Vedanta and Yoga to the Western world.

 He was a disciple of the 19th-century saint Ramakrishna and is considered one of the most influential figures in the history of Indian spirituality.

Vivekananda was born in Calcutta (now Kolkata) into a traditional Bengali family. He was a bright student, with a keen interest in philosophy and spirituality. 

He met Ramakrishna at the age of 20, and the meeting had a profound impact on him. Under Ramakrishna's guidance, Vivekananda became a monk and dedicated his life to spiritual pursuits.

After Ramakrishna's death, Vivekananda traveled throughout India, giving lectures and spreading the teachings of Ramakrishna and the Advaita Vedanta philosophy. He gained a large following, particularly among the youth of India, who were inspired by his message of spiritual renewal and national pride.

In 1893, Vivekananda represented India at the Parliament of the World's Religions in Chicago. His speeches at the event were well-received and he was hailed as a powerful orator and thinker. 

He spent the next several years in the United States and Europe, lecturing on spirituality and the importance of religious tolerance. 

He also established the Vedanta Society, which promoted Indian spiritual and philosophical teachings in the West.

Vivekananda's teachings stressed the importance of individual effort in the pursuit of spiritual growth and emphasized the unity of all religions.

 He encouraged the integration of traditional spiritual practices with modern education and technology.

 He is also known for popularizing Yoga and promoting its physical, mental, and spiritual benefits.

Vivekananda returned to India in 1897 and continued to travel throughout the country, giving lectures and establishing schools and monasteries. 

He also played a role in the Indian independence movement, promoting national pride and encouraging social reform.

Swami Vivekananda died at the young age of 39, but his teachings had a profound impact on Indian spirituality and continue to influence people around the world. 

His birthday, January 12, is celebrated as National Youth Day in India. 

He is also considered as one of the most important figures in the history of the Indian nationalism movement and the Indian independence movement. 

His teachings and writings have been widely translated into many languages.

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