19th Century Philosopher: Swami Vivekananda

By Jagran Josh

Dec 20, 2012, 15:28 IST

Swami Vivekananda was a key figure in the introduction of Indian philosophies of Vedanta and Yoga to the western world.

Name: Swami Vivekananda

Born: 12 January 1863

Birthplace: Calcutta, India

Died: 4 July 1902 (aged 39)

Deathplace: Belur Math near Calcutta

Nationality: Indian

Founder of: Belur Math, Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission

Guru: Ramakrishna

Philosophy: Vedanta

Literary works: Raja Yoga, Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga and Jnana Yoga

Prominent Disciple(s): Alasinga Perumal, Swami Abhayananda, Sister Nivedita, Swami Sadananda

Name: Swami Vivekananda

Born: 12 January 1863

Birthplace: Calcutta, India

Died: 4 July 1902 (aged 39)

Deathplace: Belur Math near Calcutta

Nationality: Indian

Founder of: Belur Math, Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission

Guru: Ramakrishna

Philosophy: Vedanta

Literary works: Raja Yoga, Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga and Jnana Yoga

Prominent Disciple(s): Alasinga Perumal, Swami Abhayananda, Sister Nivedita, Swami Sadananda

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19th Century Philosopher: Swami Vivekananda

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