Ramakrishna Paramahamsa

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Swami Vivekananda emphasized personal accountability, stating our present is shaped by past actions and our future by present choices. He highlighted the power of conscious effort and mindful activity to achieve spiritual growth and self-creation. This philosophy encourages individuals to take responsibility for their lives and realize their full potential.

Ramakrishna Paramhansa, a 19th-century Hindu saint and guru to Swami Vivekananda, emphasized devotion, the harmony of all faiths, and the power of mantras. His teachings highlighted the significance of distinguishing the real from the unreal, the guru's role as a guide, and the path of love.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's use of the prefix 'Swami' for Ramakrishna Paramahamsa. Banerjee stated that 'Swami' is a title for disciples of the Ramakrishna order, not for the master himself. The BJP has defended the Prime Minister's usage, explaining it refers to a broader spiritual concept.

Ramakrishna Paramahansa Jayanti will be celebrated on February 19, 2026, marking his 190th birth anniversary. A prominent 19th-century spiritual leader, Ramakrishna emphasized direct spiritual experience and the unity of all religions. His teachings continue to inspire spiritual growth and humanitarian service through the Ramakrishna Mission.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for using the prefix 'Swami' for Sri Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsadeva on his birth anniversary. Banerjee stated this displayed cultural insensitivity, as the saint was revered as 'Thakur,' with 'Swami' being a title for his disciples. Modi had earlier paid tributes to Swami Ramakrishna Paramahansa.

It has been more than three years since former railway minister Suresh Prabhu announced that a museum will be established at Kumbakonam railway station to commemorate Swami Vivekananda's visit in 1897, but no step has been taken so far to fulfil the promise. The railway users’ organization and the swami’s followers have urged the railway ministry to initiate the process to add attraction to the age-old railway station in the Trichy division.

The Ramakrishna Mission here started as a congregation with just a few disciples under the aegis of the Swami Vivekananda Society in 1979. But on Thursday, hundreds thronged the mission premises to celebrate the birth anniversary of Ramakrishna Paramahamsa.

Leharayi, stars Ranjith and Soumya Menon, is written and directed by Ramakrishna Paramahamsa. Touted to be a romantic entertainer, the film is all set to release December 9. Ahead of the film's release, makers are now busy promoting the fm. The film reached everyone hearts with the promotional content. The recent promotional tours given a huge boost to the film.

The one certainty in life, the one appointment which everyone will face, is the one for which we do the least to prepare -- death. A new book by writer Arun Shourie takes a cue from major religions, philosophy, and the spiritual train of thought to help people face their end with equanimity.

Rich tributes were paid to 19th century spiritual leader Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa and different programmes were conducted on the occasion of his birth anniversary at the Ramakrishna math here on Friday.

Ramakrishna Ashram senior monk Veereshananda Saraswathi Swami on Sunday said the Vedas are the oldest and original scriptures of Sanatana Hindu Dharma.

India celebrates January 12 as the "National Youth Day" to honour the ideals of Swami Vivekanand on his birth anniversary. The day is also referred to as Swami Vivekanand Jayanti and was designated as the National Youth Day in 1984. A disciple of Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, Swami Vivekanand was an Indian monk who became world-famous for his philosophy which was rooted in Indian spiritual tradition.

All faiths have a sole aim of uniting people irrespective of caste, creed, sex and colour, but unfortunately people these days are divided on religious lines, said Mohammed Kunhi, director of publishing house Shanthi Prakashana.

"The seer has insulted BR Ambedkar.He has demanded that the Constitution be amended; this is a direct attack on the statute," a protester said.