Swami Vivekananda

Spirituality is the science of the soul.

-Swami Vivekananda
 Introduction
• Swami Vivekananda was a 19th-century Indian philosopher and
spiritual leader.
• He was a key figure in the introduction of Vedanta and Yoga to the
Western world
• Swami Vivekananda’s inspiring personality was well-known in both
India and America.
• His significance lies in his promotion of the harmony between
science and spirituality, his advocacy for religious tolerance and
interfaith dialogue, and his belief in the universal principles of truth
and unity among all religions.
• He is the father of modern Indian nationalism and is credited with
raising interfaith awareness and bringing Hinduism to the status of
a major world religion.
 Early Life and Education
• Vivekananda was born as Narendranath Datta in
a Bengali family on 12 January 1863
• His father’s name was Vishwanath Datta and His mother’s
name was Bhubaneswari Devi
• Narendranath was interested spiritually from a young age.
• In 1871, at the age of eight, Narendranath enrolled at Ishwar
Chandra Vidyasagar's Metropolitan Institution, where he
went to school until his family moved to Raipur in 1877.
• In 1881, he passed the Fine Arts examination and completed
a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1884.
Meeting Sri Ramkrishna Paramhansa
• In late 1881 or early 1882, Narendra went to Dakshineswar with
two friends and met Ramakrishna.
• After many such tests, Narendra started accepting Ramakrishna as
his spiritual teacher.
• Ramakrishna shaped the personality of Narendranath and prepared
him to dedicate his life to serving humanity.
• He remained with Ramakrishna till Ramakrishna's death in 1886. In
the five years since 1882, he closely observed Ramakrishna and
took spiritual teachings from him.
• The meeting with Sri Ramakrishna served as the foundation for
Swami Vivekananda's life's work and teachings.
• Ramakrishna’s messages such as Universal Acceptance, Personal
Spiritual, Experience, Diverse Paths to the Same Goal, Religious
Tolerance, Renunciation and Selflessness, Direct Realization of
Truth, and The Unity of All had a great influence on Vivekananda.
 Travel in India and West
Swami Vivekananda's travels in India and the West played a pivotal role in shaping his
life and mission.
Travel in India(1888-1893):
• After the passing of his guru, Sri Ramakrishna, Vivekananda embarked on a series
of extensive travels within India.
• Vivekananda's travels in India played a crucial role in the formation of his
philosophy. He synthesized the teachings of Sri Ramakrishna, the Vedantic
philosophy, and various other spiritual traditions, creating a unique and universal
approach to spirituality.
Travel in West(1893-1897):
• Vivekananda's most famous journey to the West was his participation in the
Parliament of the World's Religions.
• Following his success at the Parliament, Vivekananda embarked on a lecture tour
of the United States and later Europe.
• During his time in the West, Vivekananda founded the Vedanta Society
• Vivekananda returned to India in 1897 after his extensive travels in the West.
 The Parliament of the World’s Religion
● This was the first World's Parliament of Religions,
and it was held from 11 to 27 September 1893.
Delegates from all over the world joined this
Parliament.
● Swami Vivekananda's speech at the Parliament of
the World's Religions in 1893 is a historic and
influential moment in interfaith dialogue and
introducing Indian spirituality to the Western
world.
● Vivekananda's speech at the Parliament of the
World's Religions is remembered for its message of
religious tolerance, universal brotherhood, and the
harmonious coexistence of science and spirituality.
Philosophy of Life
• Swami Vivekananda's philosophy of life was deeply rooted in the
integration of science and spirituality.
• Vivekananda emphasized the importance of harmonizing science and
spirituality. He saw both as valid approaches to understanding the
world and human existence.
• Vivekananda promoted a rational and scientific approach to spirituality.
• He emphasized the oneness of the self (Atman) with the ultimate
reality (Brahman) as a universal principle that could be realized by
people from all backgrounds.
• Vivekananda stressed the importance of self-realization and inner
transformation.
• Vivekananda was an advocate of social and educational reform.
• On 4 July 1902 (the day of his death) Vivekananda awoke early, went to
the monastery at Belur Math, and meditated for three hours
• At 7:00 p.m. Vivekananda went to his room, asking not to be disturbed;
he died at 9:20 p.m. while meditating.
 Personality Change, Implementation, and
Learnings
Peace subject has a transformative effect on our personality like a sense of purpose in life. a sense of optimism and hope
that positive change is possible. patience, managing and resolving conflicts peacefully, acceptance of differences, whether
they are related to culture, religion, or beliefs, And understanding the perspectives and experiences of others.

Yes we have implemented many things based on knowledge gained in the course
Like as stress reduction and self-care to maintain emotional well-being. practicing patience, there is a clarification of
personal purpose and values and how to stick to life's goals and activities with principles of peace.
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