Swami Vivekananda

Birth Name - Narendranath Datta

DOB - 12 January 1863

Born in - Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Father - Vishwanath Datta

Mom -  Bhubaneswari Devi

Teacher - Ramakrishna

Founder of - 

  •   Ramakrishna Mission (1897)
  •   Ramakrishna Math
Achievements:
  • Representing Hinduism at the 1893 World's Parliament of Religions in Chicago, where he received widespread recognition and respect for his speeches on the universality of world religions.
  • Founding the Ramakrishna Mission, a non-sectarian spiritual organization that continues to provide social and humanitarian services in India and abroad.
  • Inspiring many spiritual leaders and thinkers of the 20th century, including Mahatma Gandhi and Jiddu Krishnamurti.
  • His book "Jnana-Yoga" is considered one of the greatest masterpieces of Indian philosophy and spirituality.
Death : on 4 July 1902 (aged 39) at Belur Math, Kolkata

Swami Vivekananda was a famous Indian monk who lived a long time ago. He was a very wise and spiritual person who taught many people about the importance of being kind and helpful to others. He also taught people about the importance of having a strong mind and being true to oneself. He was a very powerful speaker and many people were inspired by his words. He traveled to many different countries to share his teachings with others. He is still remembered today for the positive impact he had on people's lives. He is considered a patriotic saint in India and his birthday is celebrated as National Youth Day. He taught that all religions are the same and that we should love and respect everyone. He also taught that service to humanity is the best way to serve God.

His Famous Quotes :

  1. "Arise, awake, and stop not till the goal is reached."
  2. "Be a hero. Always say, 'I have no fear'."
  3. "In a conflict between the heart and the brain, follow your heart."
  4. "The greatest sin is to think yourself weak."