Swami vivekananda jayanti speech

January 12, the birth anniversary of one of India's greatest philosophers and spiritual leaders, Swami Vivekananda, is celebrated in the country as National Youth Day since 1985. Today, paying tribute to Swamiji, PM Narendra Modi had tweeted, "I pay tributes to the great Swami Vivekananda on his Jayanti. His was a life devoted to national regeneration. He has motivated many youngsters to work towards nation-building. Let us keep working together to fulfill the dreams he had for our nation." PM Modi hasnot only paid tribute to Swamiji on a regular basis, on many occassions he had used Swami Vivekananda's quotes to inspire the nation. Here are five times when PM Modi invoke Swamiji on various occasions: December 28, 2021: 54th Convocation Ceremony of IIT, Kanpur "Swami Vivekananda had said — Every nation has a message to deliver, a mission to fulfill, a destiny to reach. If we are not self-reliant, how will our country achieve its goals and reach its destination?" January 12, 2021: PM’s address at valedictory function of the second National Youth Parliament Festival "Swami Vivekananda reminded India of its strength, made it realize, revived its mind and awakened the national consciousness. You will be surprised to know that the people who were fighting the war for independence either through the path of revolution or peace at that time were inspired by Swami Vivekanandaji. At the time of his arrest, the literature associated with Swamiji definitely reached the police. Then i...

• • • • Swami Vivekananda Jayanti 2020: Inspirational quotes by Swami Vivekananda Swami Vivekananda Jayanti 2020: Inspirational quotes by Swami Vivekananda Swami Vivekananda Jayanti 2020 Quotes: On the occasion of Swami Vivekananda's 156th birth anniversary, let's take a look at some his inspirational quotes that might change the way you look at life. Swami Vivekananda was born in Kolkata on January 12, 1863. (Designed by Gargi Singh/Indian Express) Swami Vivekananda Jayanti 2020 Quotes: One of India’s most revered spiritual leaders, Swami Vivekananda was born in Kolkata on January 12, 1863, as Narendra Nath Datta. It was in 1887 that he along with other disciples of Ramakrishna Paramhansa took formal vows of sannyasa and renounced the worldly pleasures. With a special interest in Western philosophy and history, he was often assailed by doubts about the existence of God. Through his speeches and lectures, Vivekananda tried to awaken the religious consciousness among people and also tried to uplift the downtrodden using the principles of practical Vedanta. To take his message to a wider audience, Vivekananda also attended the World’s Parliament of Religions in Chicago in 1893. His iconic speech there that touched topics like universal acceptance, tolerance and religion, got him a standing ovation at the parliament. On his 156th birth anniversary, let’s take a look at some his inspirational and famous quotes that might change the way you look at life: * You have to grow from...

Swami Vivekananda (Source: File photo) Swami Vivekananda Jayanti 2019: Here’s a look at some of the things he said about religion during his famous speech in Chicago in 1893. Swami Vivekananda’s historic speech delivered at the Parliament of the World’s Religions on September 11, 1893, is etched in our memories. The issues addressed in the speech by Vivekananda, the meaning of religion and the importance of restoring peace and harmony in the world, are values that children today need to inculcate too. Here are some quotes from the speech that parents can share with and explain to their children: 1. “I thank you in the name of the most ancient order of monks in the world; I thank you in the name of the mother of religions, and I thank you in the name of millions and millions of Hindu people of all classes and sects.” 2. “I am proud to belong to a religion which has taught the world both tolerance and universal acceptance. We believe not only in universal tolerance but we accept all religions as true.” 3. “I am proud to belong to a nation which has sheltered the persecuted and the refugees of all religions and all nations of the earth.” 4. “Sectarianism, bigotry, and its horrible descendant, fanaticism, have long possessed this beautiful earth…Had it not been for these horrible demons, human society would be far more advanced than it is now.”

He was a disciple of Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa. He played a major role in the contemporary Hindu reform movements in India, contributed to the concept of nationalism in colonial India and also founded the Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission. History Honoring Swami Vivekananda’s contribution towards the country and its youth, the Government of India, in 1984, took the decision to celebrate his birthday on January 12 as National Youth Day every year. “The philosophy of Swamiji and the ideals for which he lived and worked could be a great source of inspiration for the Indian Youth Day,” the Government of India quoted. Following the announcement, from 1985, Vivekananda’s birthday was celebrated in the country and all Ramakrishna Mission branch centres worldwide, as National Youth Day. Significance National Youth Day is celebrated every year in memories of Swami Vivekananda and also to encourage the youth in the country so they could gradually evolve in various aspects and later contribute to the development of the country. Celebrations National Youth Day is observed across the country, especially at educational institutions. The event includes several activities like processions, seminars, speeches, youth conventions, music, yoga asanas, sports and essay-writing competitions. Various Ramakrishna Mission branch centres celebrate the day with mangal arati, special worship, fire-ritual, meditation and devotional song recitation.

Swami Vivekananda’s iconic speech at the World Religion Conference in Chicago is remembered by one and all. It is on September 11, 1893 when Swami Vivekanand gave the speech full of wisdom. For those unversed, it is in this iconic Chicago Speech that Vivekananda addressed the audience as ‘Brothers and Sisters of America’. In the speech that blew everyone’s mind, Swami Vivekananda had mentioned the basic yet most important things that one should follow in life. These things included being patriotic, loving all religions, analysing religion, being acquainted with science, knowing importance and necessity of rituals, being aware of roots of Hinduism, being aware of the goal of science, being aware of the cause of downfall of India, and being against religious conversations. HERE’S THE FULL TEXT OF SWAMI VIVEKANANDA’S CHICAGO SPEECH IN WHICH HE INTRODUCED HINDUISM TO THE WORLD: Sisters and Brothers of America It fills my heart with joy unspeakable to rise in response to the warm and cordial welcome which you have given us. l thank you in the name of the most ancient order of monks in the world; I thank you in the name of the mother of religions; and I thank you in the name of the millions and millions of Hindu people of all classes and sects. My thanks, also, to some of the speakers on this platform who, referring to the delegates from the Orient, have told you that these men from far-off nations may well claim the honor of bearing to different lands the idea of toleration. PM...

• • • • Swami Vivekananda Jayanti: Celebrate the spiritual leader's birth anniversary with these inspirational quotes Swami Vivekananda Jayanti: Celebrate the spiritual leader’s birth anniversary with these inspirational quotes Swami Vivekananda Jayanti Quotes: On the occasion of Swami Vivekananda's 157th birth anniversary, let's take a look at some his inspirational quotes Swami Vivekananda Jayanti: On January 12, 1863, sanyasi for the service of humanity. He became well-known for putting Indian philosophies of Vedanta and yoga on the world map. Through his speeches and lectures, Vivekananda tried to awaken the religious consciousness among people and also uplift the downtrodden using the principles of practical Vedanta. It was with his iconic speech at World’s Parliament of Religions in Chicago in 1893 that he gained wider recognition as he touched upon topics like universal acceptance, tolerance, and religion. The speech also got him a standing ovation at the parliament. On his 157th birth anniversary, which is also celebrated as National Youth Day, here are some of his most *The great secret of true success, of true happiness, is this: the man or woman who asks for no return, the perfectly unselfish person, is the most successful. Swami Vivekananda Jayanti: Seek inspiration from the great leader. (Source: Designed by Gargi Singh) *In a conflict between the heart and the brain, follow your heart. *Take up one idea. Make that one idea your life; dream of it; think of it;...