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Where was Swami Vivekananda born?
Where was Swami Vivekananda born?
What is Swami Vivekananda credited with bringing to the Western world?
What is Swami Vivekananda credited with bringing to the Western world?
What did Swami Vivekananda resolve to do after witnessing the living conditions of Indian people?
What did Swami Vivekananda resolve to do after witnessing the living conditions of Indian people?
Who was Swami Vivekananda's guru?
Who was Swami Vivekananda's guru?
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What was Swami Vivekananda's role in Indian nationalism?
What was Swami Vivekananda's role in Indian nationalism?
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Study Notes
Life of Swami Vivekananda
- Born in Calcutta (now Kolkata), India in 1863
Contributions to the Western World
- Credited with introducing Yoga and Vedanta to the Western world
Social Reforms
- Resolved to uplift the poor and downtrodden after witnessing the miserable living conditions of Indian people
Spiritual Guidance
- Had Ramakrishna as his guru
Role in Indian Nationalism
- Played a significant role in the Indian nationalist movement, inspiring many Indians to strive for freedom and self-rule
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Test your knowledge about the life and teachings of Swami Vivekananda, the influential Indian Hindu monk and philosopher. Learn about his role in introducing Vedanta and Yoga to the Western world and his impact on modern Indian nationalism.
