Remembering Swami Vivekanand's life on his death anniversary

Swami Vivekanand, born on 12th January 1863, was the principal follower of the spiritual guru 'Ramakrishna Paramahamsa'. He had a keen interest in spirituality and religion since his early childhood.

The spiritual pioneer founded the Ramakrishna Mission and Ramakrishna Math, which provided the core teachings of spirituality worldwide and because of his brave yet humble words, he was given the title of 'A wonder of oratorical powers'.

The Indian philosopher and yogi played a significant role in the Hindu reform movement in India and introduced the Indian darsanas, 'Vedanta and Yoga' to the western world.


The scholar was well-versed in history, philosophy, literature, and religion. He participated in various spiritual and religious conferences to spread the message of Humanity, Peace and Divinity.

Born in Calcutta, Swami Vivekanand represented India at the World's Religions Parliament Conference in 1893 in Chicago. He delivered a courageous speech based on the agenda, 'All the religions are different paths leading to the one Lord'. His powerful words at the conference are recalled to date, the day becoming the most significant event in his life.

His message, "Arise, awake and do not stop until the goal is achieved", has led youth towards a promising path and inspired many. Every year, his birthday is marked as National Youth Day across India.

Because of the monk's powerful religious beliefs, actual teachings, thoughts, and efforts for the welfare of society, he is also known as 'The honour of humanity'.

Swami Vivekanand passed away at the early age of 39 years on 4th July 1902. His contributions to society are immense and worth remembering.

On his death anniversary, below are a few of Swami Vivekanand's "Words of Wisdom":

• 'We are what our thoughts have made us, so take care about what you think. Words are secondary. Thoughts live; they travel far.'
• 'The greatest religion is to be true to your own nature. have faith in yourselves.'
• 'Never say no, never say, I cannot; For you are infinite. All the power is within you. You can do anything.'
• 'Anything that makes you weak physically, intellectually, and spiritually, reject as poison.'
• 'There is no other spiritual teacher than your own soul.'