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Author : Swami Vivekananda
Publisher : Orient Blackswan
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Hindu philosophers
ISBN : 8178241307
Author : Amiya P. Sen
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2024-06-17
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8178242397
Author : Prathama Banerjee
Publisher : Duke University Press
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2021-01-04
Category : History
ISBN : 9781478012443
In Elementary Aspects of the Political Prathama Banerjee moves beyond postcolonial and decolonial critiques of European political philosophy to rethink modern conceptions of "the political" from the perspective of the global South. Drawing on Indian and Bengali practices and philosophies from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, Banerjee identifies four elements of the political: the self, action, the idea, and the people. She examines selfhood in light of precolonial Indic traditions of renunciation and realpolitik; action in the constitutive tension between traditional conceptions of karma and modern ideas of labor; the idea of equality as it emerges in the dialectic between spirituality and economics; and people in the friction between the structure of the political party and the atmospherics of fiction and theater. Throughout, Banerjee reasserts the historical specificity of political thought and challenges modern assumptions about the universality, primacy, and self-evidence of the political. In formulating a new theory of the political, Banerjee gestures toward a globally salient political philosophy that displaces prevailing Western notions of the political masquerading as universal.
Author : Stephen E. Gregg
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2019-03-15
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781317047445
The Hindu thinker Swami Vivekananda (1863-1902) was and remains an important figure both within India, and in the West, where he was notable for preaching Vedanta. Scholarship surrounding Vivekananda is dominated by hagiography and his (mis)appropriation by the political Hindu Right. This work demonstrates that Vivekananda was no simplistic pluralist, as portrayed in hagiographical texts, nor narrow exclusivist, as portrayed by some modern Hindu nationalists, but a thoughtful, complex inclusivist. The book shows that Vivekananda formulated a hierarchical and inclusivistic framework of Hinduism, based upon his interpretations of a four-fold system of Yoga. It goes on to argue that Vivekananda understood his formulation of Vedanta to be universal, and applied it freely to non-Hindu traditions, and in so doing, demonstrates that Vivekananda was consistently critical of ‘low level’ spirituality, not only in non-Hindu traditions, but also within Hinduism. Demonstrating that Vivekananda is best understood within the context of ‘Advaitic primacy’, rather than ‘Hindu chauvinism’, this book will be of interest to scholars of Hinduism and South Asian religion and of South Asian diaspora communities and religious studies more generally.
Author : Swami Vivekananda
Publisher : Advaita Ashrama (A publication branch of Ramakrishna Math, Belur Math)
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2016-05-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9788175058354
This book published by Advaita Ashrama, a publication house of Ramakrishna Math, Belur Math, India is a representative compilation of Swami Vivekananda’s teachings from the Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda covering the wide spectrum of his teachings. We hope the present volume gives the reader an idea of the vastness of Swami Vivekananda's mind and also inspires the reader to realize the divine within through knowledge, devotion, mind-control and service to fellow beings.
Author : Dr Subhashis Banerjee
Publisher : Book Rivers
Page : 263 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2020-08-19
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9789389914641
Vivekananda had travelled within India as a 'parivrajaka' (the travelling monk) from 1888 to 1893 and in May 1893 crossed the 'kalapani' (crossing the inland water boundary) to represent India in the Parliament of World's Religion held in Chicago. This incident led to many more travels within India and the West. He was a traveller who left his impressions, views and observations in the form of letters, diaries and memoirs. A close study of such documents, as well as secondary materials, leads to questions of imperialism, identity, self-other dichotomy, comparative religion, women and acculturation.
Author : Makarand R. Paranjape
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2015-06-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781317446378
Swami Vivekananda (1863–1902) popularised Vedanta in the West and reformed Hinduism in India. He also inspired the mass movement that made India a modern nation. In showcasing his life and work, this Reader balances the two main aspects of his life: the religious and the secular, the spiritual and the practical, the devotional and the rational. Included here are the most significant and representative texts from every major genre and phase — selections from his speeches, essays, letters, poems, translations, conversations, and interviews — arranged for easy reading and reference. With a scholarly Introduction highlighting his contemporary relevance, separate section introductions and a detailed biographical Chronology, this volume provides a rare insight into one of India’s greatest minds. This volume will interest scholars and students of modern Indian history, religion, literature, and philosophy as well as general readers.
Author : Antonio Rigopoulos
Publisher : State University of New York Press
Page : 595 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2021-04-01
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781438482309
In this biographical study, Antonio Rigopoulos explores the fundamental role of a hagiographer within a charismatic religious movement: in this case, the postsectarian, cosmopolitan community of the Indian guru Sathya Sai Baba. The guru's hagiographer, Narayan Kasturi, was already a distinguished litterateur by the time he first met Sathya Sai Baba in 1948. The two lived together at the guru's hermitage more or less continuously from 1954 up until Kasturi's death, in 1987. Despite Kasturi's influential hagiography, Sathyam Sivam Sundaram, little scholarly attention has been paid to the hagiographer himself and his importance to the movement. In detailing Kasturi's relationship to Sathya Sai Baba, Rigopoulos emphasizes that the hagiographer's work was not subordinate to the guru's definition of himself. Rather, his discourses with the holy man had a reciprocal and reinforcing influence, resulting in the construction of a unified canon. Furthermore, Kasturi's ability to perform a variety of functions as a hagiographer successfully mediated the relationship between the guru and his followers. Drawing on years of research on the movement as well as interviews with Kasturi himself, this book deepens our understanding of this important pan-Indian figure and his charismatic religious movement.
Author : Romain Rolland
Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan
Page : 779 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2021-01-01
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 8210379456XXX
It was not given to his proudest disciples to emulate him. The greatest of them, the spirit with the widest wings — Vivekananda — could only attain his heights by sudden flights amid tempests, which remind me over and over again of Beethoven. Even in moments of rest upon its bosom the sails of his ship were filled with every wind that blew. Earthly cries, the sufferings of the ages, fluttered round him like a flight of famished gulls. The passions of strength (never of weakness) were striving within his lion’s heart. He was energy personified, and action was his message to men. For him, as for Beethoven, it was the. root of all the virtues. He went so far in his aversion to passivity, whose secular yoke weighs so heavily on the patient bovine brow of the East, as to say : “ Above all, be strong, be manly ! I have a respect even for one who is wicked, so long as he is manly and strong ; for his strength will make him some day give up his wickedness, or even give up all work for selfish ends, and will then eventually bring him into the Truth.”
Author : Lukas Pokorny,Franz Winter
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 442 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2021-01-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9783030553180
The nineteenth century witnessed a proliferation of alternative religious currents and practices, appropriating earlier traditions, entangling geographically distinct spiritual discourses, and crafting a repository of mindscapes eminently suitable to be accommodated by later generations of thinkers and practitioners. Penned by specialists in the field, this volume examines important themes and figures pertaining to this occult amalgam and its resonance into the twentieth century and beyond. Global guises of the occult, ranging from the Americas and Europe to India, are variously addressed, with special attention to the crucial role of mesmerism and the origins of modern yoga.
Author : Swami Vivekanand
Publisher : Namaskar Book
Page : 760 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2024-02-12
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9782023112007
Discover the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of Swami Vivekananda, a beacon of inspiration and a pioneer of social reform, in "The Life of Vivekananda: A Great Social Reformer and Inspiring Personality" by Swami Vivekananda himself. Journey through the remarkable journey of a spiritual luminary whose teachings continue to resonate with millions around the world. As Vivekananda's life unfolds, witness the profound impact of his words and actions, inspiring generations to embrace their inner potential and strive for greatness. Experience the transformative power of his message, which transcends time and space to touch the hearts of seekers everywhere. But amidst the awe-inspiring wisdom and charisma, a fundamental truth emerges: Are we willing to recognize the inherent power within ourselves and harness it to shape our destinies, or do we remain shackled by self-doubt and limitation? Engage with Vivekananda's timeless teachings, which remind us that all the powers in the universe are already within us, waiting to be awakened and unleashed. Join the journey of self-discovery and empowerment as we explore Vivekananda's life and teachings. Are you ready to embrace your true potential and become the master of your own destiny? Immerse yourself in the wisdom and inspiration of Swami Vivekananda, whose words continue to guide and uplift humanity, offering solace in times of struggle and illumination in moments of doubt. Now is the time to seize the reins of your own life and unleash the powers within. Let "The Life of Vivekananda" be your guiding light on the path to self-realization and fulfillment, inspiring you to live with purpose, passion, and courage. Secure your copy of "The Life of Vivekananda" today and embark on a transformative journey into the heart of wisdom and empowerment. Let Vivekananda's timeless message be your compass as you navigate the complexities of life and awaken to your fullest potential.
Author : Mukunda Rao
Publisher : Hachette India
Page : 572 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2022-04-25
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9789389253542
Indian spirituality, from solemn sages to irreverent rebels. A plethora of religions, cultures, languages and peoples have over the ages nurtured a plurality of ideas, beliefs, influences and practices thriving in India. In India's Greatest Minds, Mukunda Rao takes readers on an exhilarating, exhaustive journey through the lives and teachings of India's most illustrious spiritual masters, thinker-activists and philosophers, making their wisdom accessible to all. Beginning from 700 BCE to the present day, moving across the length and breadth of the subcontinent, and covering every significant school of thought, Rao provides a comprehensive view of the trajectory of Indian thought as it developed over centuries, enriching minds and shaping modern discourse. Whether tackling profound questions on the meaning of life or plunging into the restless urgency of social reform, this book showcases an intellectual and cultural heritage that is uniquely Indian. From Kapila, Patanjali, Buddha and Mahavira to Andal, Kabir, Guru Nanak, Bulleh Shah and Chaitanya, and from Shishunala Sharifa, Ramakrishna and Vemana to Birsa Munda, Tagore, Gandhi and Ambedkar - the profiles of luminaries in this invaluable compendium will inspire and elevate its readers. Rich in both essence and detail, this treasury celebrates the individuals who rebelled against existing conventions and transcended every divide in their quest for enlightenment, transforming themselves and the world along the way.
Author : Amiya P Sen
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2010-04-09
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9788184752298
‘I found that I had begun to take a great liking for the man . . . Oddly, this did not grow out of any feeling of veneration . . . for that would have implied my being overawed and somewhat fearful in the presence of someone vastly superior. Rather, my feelings grew spontaneously and from the very depths of my heart. I simply revelled in the man’s company.’—Mahendra Nath Dutta (Swami Vivekananda’s brother) on Ramakrishna Press reports in the 1870s Calcutta marvelled at the way ‘highly educated’, ‘civilized’ and ‘reasoning’ men, like Mahendra Nath Dutta, were drawn to the ‘ill clad’, ‘illiterate’, ‘friendless’ and ‘unpolished’ Ramakrishna. The progressive press, which had first brought Ramakrishna to public attention, scoffed at his use of ‘vulgar’ speech, while acknowledging its effectiveness in religious communication. Despite these critiques, Ramakrishna came to occupy an important place in the cultural life of late-nineteenth-century Bengal. Amiya P. Sen’s lucid introductions and fluent translations of the interactions between Ramakrishna and his followers in His Words make for an engaging and illuminating account of Ramakrishna’s teachings. Compiled from a variety of contemporary and near-contemporary sources, this book brings out the dramatic simplicity of Ramakrishna’s incisive commentaries on profound religious ideas. See also by Amiya Sen Ramakrishna Paramahamsa: The Sadhaka of Dakshineswar
Author : Ankit Tomar,Suratha Kumar Malik
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 375 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2022-10-05
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789811914157
Reappraising Modern Indian Thought: Themes and Thinkers is a lucid and comprehensive account of the thread of socio-political thought of major Indian thinkers over the decades. In contrast to the existing texts on the subject, it explores the social and political conditions that formed the basis of political thinking of the thinkers in the past two centuries. The book begins with a detailed discussion on the development and articulation of socio-political thought that have evolved in modern India. It then goes to give a comprehensive coverage and makes an analysis of great thinkers of modern India, namely Rabindranath Tagore, Madan Mohan Malaviya, Swami Vivekananda, Aurobindo Ghose, Abul Kalam Azad, Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Bipin Chandra Pal, Lala Lajpat Rai, Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, Madhav Sadashiv Golwalkar, Deen Dayal Upadhyaya, Syed Ahmed Khan, and Muhammad Iqbal. Divided into four thematic sections; Ideal-Humanist Thought, Militant-Extremist Thought, Cultural–Revivalist Thought and Radical-Pragmatist Thought — the chapters on such thinkers not only talks about their lives and times but also discusses and examines the contributions of those to contemporary period. This multi-authored compendium has contributions from professionals and experts of the subject from different premier universities of India and it will be an indispensable and immensely helpful basic text to students, researchers, academicians as well as for general readers across India and also abroad who will take interest to develop a critical understanding of the modern Indian thinkers on the issues such as colonialism, India’s freedom struggle, nationalism, nation building, economic reconstruction, education, democracy, secularism, socialism, integral and universal humanism.
Author : P. R. Bhuyan
Publisher : Atlantic Publishers & Dist
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 8126902345
The Book Is A Comprehensive Account Of Swami Vivekananda S Nationalism That Went A Long Way In Proliferating National Energy Against The British Imperialism In India In Particular And The Western Imperialism In Other Parts Of The Globe In General. History Witnessed The Beginning Of The Great End Of Century-Long Hibernation Of The Indian Masses Under The Foreign Domination.Humanism And Universalism, The Two Cardinal Features Of Indian Spiritual Culture, Are The Bedrock Upon Which His Nationalism Is Based. Hence, The Book Highlights His Message For The Promotion Of International Unity And Integrity Through Religion And Spiritualism To Achieve The Grand Ideal Of Universal Brotherhood And Goodwill To Ensure Peaceful Co-Existence To Avert Wars.His Nationalism Also Seeks To Project India As A Stage For The Whole World And Fervently Calls Upon His Compatriots To Play The Traditional Role Of A Spiritual Guide What India Calls Her Spiritual Mission In All Ages Of History.Man-Making And Character-Building Are The Two Vital Aspects Of Swami Vivekananda S Nationalism, The Book Vigorously Spotlights Upon, Keeping In View The Present Scenario Of The Depletion Of The Ethical Values And The Erosion Of The Social Sanctity Leading To The Deterioration In The Quality Of Life Of Man In India And Abroad.A Sincere Adherence To The Nationalism Of Swami Vivekananda Is Sure To Usher In A New Era Of Efflorent Renaissance And Resurgence Leading The Whole Mankind Along The Path Of Supreme Peace And Progress Towards The Divinity In The Long Run.
