Swami Vivekananda
Swami Vivekananda was an Indian monk who is known for his intellectual contributions to the field of religion. A chief disciple of Ramakrishna, Vivekananda is known to have introduced Hindu philosophies of yoga and vedanta to the western world. His best known presence in the West is his speech at the Parliament of the world's religions in 1893 where he introduced the basic concepts of Hinduism to an international audience. After this session at Chicago, Vivekananda toured around several parts
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Swami Vivekananda Death Anniversary: Lesser-known facts about the spiritual leader
It is believed that Swami Vivekananda had prophesised that he would not live for more than 40 years.
Swami Vivekananda Death Anniversary: Inspirational Quotes, Famous Thoughts of Swami Vivekananda
Swami Vivekananda Quotes: Through his speeches and lectures, Swami Vivekananda spoke about intolerance, religion and the need to end all forms of fanaticism.
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Swami Vivekananda death anniversary 2019: Five books on the monk to pick for kids
Swami Vivekananda: On the occasion of Vivekananda's death anniversary, talk to your kids about the monk and his teachings.
Swami Vivekananda Jayanti: Five quotes from his Chicago speech on religion
Swami Vivekananda Jayanti 2019: Here are some quotes from the speech that parents can share with their children.
Swami Vivekananda Jayanti 2019: Inspirational quotes by Swami Vivekananda
Swami Vivekananda Jayanti 2019 Quotes: On the occasion of Swami Vivekananda's 156th birth anniversary, let's take a look at some his inspirational quotes that might change the way you look at life.
Of Lions And Dogs
If the RSS chief had cared to read the speeches of Vivekananda, he would have found that the swami had used the word lion in the context of the awakening of consciousness among all human beings.
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We have to build a new India by following Swami Vivekanada: PM Modi
In his speech, PM Modi said that the solution to problems in the world lies in the path that Swamiji showed - tolerance and acceptance.
Swami Vivekananda death anniversary: Here are his 10 inspiring quotes on religion
Swami Vivekananda was an iconic and inspirational figure for many and his influence on youth continues to be strong. On his 116th death anniversary, we bring ten inspiring quotes of Swami Vivekananda.
The radical monk
Vivekananda needs to be understood more meaningfully. His engaged religiosity can help create a spiritually enriched, egalitarian society
Special train to mark Swami Vivekananda's return day on February 19
To commemorate the occasion, Eastern Railway will run one Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) special train from Budge Budge to Sealdah (South) station on February 19, an ER spokesman said.
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Education should be used as tool for character building: Rajnath Singh
Lucknow, Jan 22 (ANI): Addressing a convocation ceremony of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University in Lucknow on Friday, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh said the purpose of education is not only to gain knowledge, but also to culturally groom oneself. He asserted that students should learn from Swami Vivekananda, who said that “character makes a man”.
A Hindu and Muslim kite-maker work together in the state of Gujarat spreading harmony
Gujarat, Jan 21 (ANI): Time and again, people in India have proved their unity through innumerable examples of friendship and acts of harmony. An example of this can be seen in India's western city of Ahmadabad where two kite-makers have been working towards spreading communal harmony through messages scripted on their kites. They make kites with messages of harmony written over them. Radheshyam Gupta read out a short poem printed on one of the kites that speaks about the unity that exists between the people of different communities in India.Radheshyam and Iqbal on their kites write about the growing influence of social media and even try to create awareness about pressing issues such as the ‘Save the girl child, educate the girl child’ initiative of the government, ill effects of consumption of tobacco and more. Their collection also comprises kites with speeches by India's iconic freedom leader Mahatma Gandhi, philosopher-thinker Swami Vivekananda, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and social activist Anna Hazare. The two men do not believe in discrimination on the basis of religion, and wish to spread the message of oneness among the people through their friendship and work.
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PM to address youth on Swami Vivekananda's birth anniversary
New Delhi, Jan 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended wishes to 'venerable' Swami Vivekananda on his birth anniversary. "I salute the venerable Swami Vivekananda on his birth anniversary," said Prime Minister Modi on Twitter. He also said that he will address the National Youth Festival in Chhattisgarh via video conference today.
PM to address youth on Swami Vivekananda's birth anniversary
New Delhi, Jan 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended wishes to 'venerable' Swami Vivekananda on his birth anniversary. "I salute the venerable Swami Vivekananda on his birth anniversary," said Prime Minister Modi on Twitter. He also said that he will address the National Youth Festival in Chhattisgarh via video conference today.
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