“The more you think of yourself as shining immortal spirit, the more eager you will be to be absolutely free of matter, body, and senses. This is the intense desire to be free.”
Quote by Swami Vivekananda
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Living at the Source: Yoga Teachings of Vivekananda
Living at the Source: Yoga Teachings of Vivekananda is a compilation of lectures and discourses by Swami Vivekananda, a prominent figure in the introduction of yoga to the Western world. The book delves into the principles of yoga as taught by Vivekananda, emphasizing self-realization and the integration of body, mind, and spirit. more
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Swami Vivekananda
Swami Vivekananda (January 12, 1863 – July 4, 1902) was an Indian Hindu monk, philosopher, and social reformer. Born as Narendranath Datta in Kolkata, he was a chief disciple of the mystic Ramakrishna. He is best known for his historic speech at the 1893 Parliament of the World's Religions in Chicago, where he introduced Hinduism to the Western world. He founded the Ramakrishna Mission in 1897, focusing on social service, education, and interfaith harmony. His teachings emphasized self-realization, service to humanity, and the unity of all religions. He wrote extensively on yoga and Vedanta philosophy, influencing global spirituality and Indian nationalism. He died at the age of 39, leaving a lasting legacy as a bridge between Eastern and Western thought. more