Swami Vivekananda
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Swami Vivekananda, born Narendranath Datta in 1863, was a pivotal figure in introducing Vedanta and Yoga to the Western world, profoundly influencing modern spirituality and interfaith dialogue. As a chief disciple of the 19th-century mystic Ramakrishna, he founded the Ramakrishna Mission in 1897 to promote humanitarian service and spiritual enlightenment. His dynamic lectures at the 1893 Parliament of the World's Religions in Chicago catapulted him to international fame, where he eloquently advocated for religious tolerance and the unity of all faiths. Through his writings and teachings, Vivekananda emphasized practical spirituality, self-reliance, and the application of ancient Indian philosophy to contemporary life, inspiring figures like Mahatma Gandhi and countless seekers worldwide. His legacy endures in the global spread of Vedantic thought and social reform.
