Voice of Vivekananda
By VivekaVani
SRI RAMAKRISHNA’S MAHASAMADHI. (1886) During the Master’s last day at Cossipore, we all thought he was better because he ate so much more supper than usual, and he said nothing of going. In the …
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By VivekaVani
You may say that there are many errors and superstitions in another religion. I should reply: Suppose there are. Every religion has errors. Everyone thinks that his watch alone gives the correct time. …
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By VivekaVani
One’s spiritual consciousness is not awakened by the mere reading of books. One should also pray to God. The Kundalini is aroused if the aspirant feels restless for God. To talk of Knowledge from mere …
By VivekaVani
In the Kaliyuga, man, being totally dependent on food for life, cannot altogether shake off the idea that he is the body. In this state of mind, it is not proper for him to say, ‘I am He.’ When a man …
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By VivekaVani
The important thing is somehow to cultivate devotion to God and love for him. What is the use of knowing many things? It is enough to cultivate love of God by following any of the paths. When you have …
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By VivekaVani
“He is the Lord of all. He can do everything. He who has made the law can also change it. There is a view that a man’s inner spirit is not awakened unless he is through with enjoyment. But what is …