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“It will not do merely to listen to great principles. You must apply them in the practical field, turn them into constant practice. What will be the good of cramming the high - sounding dicta of the scriptures? You have first to grasp the teachings of the Shastras, and then to work them out in practical life. Do you understand? This is called practical religion.”

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Book:Living at the Source: Yoga Teachings of 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

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