Rasmani and Mathur were eager to engage Sri Ramakrishna for the temple service, but when the offer was made to him through his brother Ramkumar, the Master declined, saying, “I will not serve anyone …
“Go and Spread The Lord’s Name”
In order to facilitate the Master’s cancer treatment, he was moved from Dakshineswar to Shyampukur in Calcutta and then to Cossipore. The Holy Mother moved to Calcutta to serve the Master. Later …
“Only He Who Loves, Can Rule.”
There is a saying, “Only he who loves, can rule.” The brother disciples recognized the greatness of Swamiji, who was completely free from selfishness or any personal motivation. He was a real leader. …
“Ah, You Have Seen Vaikuntha”
Spiritual life is not always smooth and easy. Without exception every seeker of God faces internal as well as external obstacles. After his first visit Kali had felt an attraction for the Master, and …
Vedantic Experience of Oneness
Ramakrishna knew that Narendra’s mind was naturally inclined to the path of knowledge, so he initiated him into the teachings of nondualistic Vedanta. Sometimes he asked Narendra to read aloud …
Bet with Swami Brahmananda
One day Brahmananda asked Vijnanananda how the work was progressing. Vijnanananda reported that his work was suffering because there was a shortage of materials. Brahmananda said that the materials …