Archival Overview
Chief disciple of Ramakrishna who introduced Vedanta and Yoga to the Western world at the 1893 Chicago Parliament of Religions and founded the Ramakrishna Mission.
Biographical Record
Swami Vivekananda (1863–1902 CE) was an intellectually brilliant university student in Calcutta who sought spiritual truth until meeting Sri Ramakrishna at Dakshineswar.
His electrifying address to the 1893 Parliament of Religions in Chicago ('Sisters and Brothers of America') won global acclaim, bridging ancient Vedic philosophy with modern scientific rationality and social service.
Key Life Milestones
Address at the Parliament of Religions in Chicago
Delivered his iconic opening speech in Chicago, receiving a standing ovation from 7,000 listeners.
Founding of the Ramakrishna Mission
Established the worldwide organization dedicated to spiritual self-realization through dedicated service to the poor.
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Final Resting Place
Perpetual MemorialHowrah, India