vivekanand

Category	Details
Full Name	Narendra Nath Datta (Swami Vivekananda)
Date of Birth
Place of Birth	Calcutta (now Kolkata), India
Parents	Viswanath Datta (Father) Bhuvaneshwari Devi (Mother)
Education	Scottish Church College, Calcutta
Discipleship	Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa
Founded	Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission
Philosophy	Vedanta
Notable Works	"Chicago Speech" at the World's Parliament of Religions "Karma Yoga" - Book on the path of selfless action "Raja Yoga" - Book on the path of meditation and control of the mind "Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda" - Collection of his lectures and writings "Practical Vedanta" - Book on the practical application of Vedanta philosophy in daily life
Key Teachings	Unity of all religions Oneness of the individual soul (Atman) and the Universal Soul (Brahman) Service to humanity as a form of worship Importance of self-discipline and self-realization Emphasis on education and character-building Advocacy for women's rights and empowerment
Major Influence	Revitalization of Hinduism in India and the spread of Vedanta philosophy in the West
Passing Away	July 4, 1902
Memorable Quotes	"Arise, awake, and stop not until the goal is reached." "Take up one idea. Make that one idea your life – think of it, dream of it, live on that idea." "You have to grow from the inside out. None can teach you, none can make you spiritual." "Condemn none: if you can stretch out a helping hand, do so." "The greatest sin is to think yourself weak."
Legacy	Swami Vivekananda's teachings and legacy continue to inspire millions of people around the world. His emphasis on the universality of religions, the power of self-realization, and service to humanity resonates with people from different walks of life. His contributions to the revival of Hinduism and the promotion of Vedanta philosophy have left a lasting impact. The Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission, founded by him, are actively involved in educational, healthcare, and social service activities. Swami Vivekananda's life and teachings remain a guiding light for spiritual seekers and individuals seeking to make a positive difference in the world.