Vivekananda: A Biography
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| Rating | : | 4.78 (995 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0911206256 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 216 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
| Language | : | English |
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Swami Vivekananda, India's first spiritual and cultural ambassador to the West, proclaimed the universal message of Vedanta: the non-duality of the Godhead, the divinity of the soul, the oneness of existence, and the harmony of religions. This 256 page book details the life of Swami Vivekananda and contains 28 photographs, as well as, an appendix containing the Swami's most important teachings.. An absorbing biography of Swami Vivekananda (1863 - 1902) that presents his vast knowledge of Eastern and Western culture, deep spiritual insight, brilliant conversation, broad human sympathy, and colorful personality
Great Soul - Great Biography Vivekananda was a real trail blazer. An unorthodox monk, who sought to offer real spirituality to both East and West. The author manages to convey the dynamism and enthusiasm of Vivekananda as he learns under his Guru, Sri Ramakrishna and then begins his own mission in India and the West.Vivekananda had a. Fast paced with satisfying detail If you read the Gospel of Sri Ramarkrishna by "M" you should recognize Swami Nikhilananda because he was the English translator. Here Swami Nikhilananda applies his impeccable English to artfully tell Swami Vivekananda's story. Most readers should be satisfied with this biography that can stand on its own. Amazon Customer said Captivating. This is the first biography I owned and at the end of reading, left a feeling that is a combination of optimism, enthusiasm and a fire in the belly to accomplish something in life.Swami Vivekananda, a Saint/Patriot of India is an amazing personality. He is kind of a super-man, with exceptional oratorial s
I cannot touch these sayings of his, scattered as they are through the pages of books at thirty years' distance, without receiving a thrill through my body like an electric shock. -- Christopher Isherwood, author. he brought his great spirituality to bear upon his patriotism and thus his message was not confined to India only, but was for the whole world. His whole life and teaching inspired my generation . -- Irwin Edman, Columbia UniversityThe man Vivekananda is simply a wonder for oratorical power the Swami is an honor to humanity. When one sees the full range of his mind, one is astounded. -- Jawaharlal NehruHis words are great music, phrases in the style of Beethoven, stirring rhythms like the march of Handel choruses. -- William JamesVivekananda is one of the very greatest historical figures that India has ever produced. And what shocks, what transports, must have bee