Key Books by Swami Vivekananda

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1. Raja Yoga – Explains the philosophy and practice of meditation and mind control.

2. Karma Yoga – Focuses on selfless action and duty as a spiritual path.

3. Bhakti Yoga – Explores devotion and love for the divine.

4. Jnana Yoga – Discusses knowledge, wisdom, and the path of inquiry.

5. Lectures from Colombo to Almora – A collection of his speeches during his travels in India.

6. My Master – A tribute to his guru, Sri Ramakrishna.

7. Inspired Talks – Notes taken by disciples during informal talks in New York.

8. Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda – A comprehensive 9-volume set covering all his writings and speeches.

Biographies and Writings About Him

1. The Master As I Saw Him by Sister Nivedita – A personal account of Vivekananda’s life and teachings.

2. Notes of Some Wanderings with Swami Vivekananda by Sister Nivedita – Travel experiences with him.

3. Swami Vivekananda: A Biography by Swami Nikhilananda – A detailed biography.

4. Swami Vivekananda: The Living Vedanta by Chaturvedi Badrinath – Explores his philosophy in modern context.

5. Swami Vivekananda: Essential Writings edited by Chetananda – A curated selection of his most impactful works.

 Why Read These Books?

1. Spiritual Growth: His yoga texts guide meditation, devotion, and selfless living.

2. Philosophical Insight: They introduce Vedanta and Indian philosophy to the modern world.

3. Practical Wisdom: His teachings emphasize strength, fearlessness, and discipline.

4. Cultural Impact: Biographies highlight his role in shaping modern India and inspiring global audiences.

 Things to Keep in Mind

1. Many editions exist; choose reliable publishers like Advaita Ashrama for authenticity.

2. Some books are compilations of lectures, so context may vary.

•  Recommended Videos

  1. Chicago Speech of Swami Vivekananda – A short film recreating his famous 1893 Parliament of Religions address.

  2. America’s First Guru (PBS Documentary) – A 90-minute film on how Vivekananda transformed spiritual culture in the West.

  3. Sansad TV: Iconic Speeches – A program highlighting his Chicago speech and its relevance today.

  4. English Stories | Swami Vivekananda – A narrative video covering his childhood, meeting Ramakrishna, and his global mission.

  5. Swami Vivekananda on Karma & Freedom – A lecture exploring his teachings on selfless action.

  6. How Naren Became a Monk – A biographical video tracing his transformation into Swami Vivekananda.

  7. APJ Abdul Kalam on Vivekananda – A tribute linking his vision to India’s youth.

  8. The Power and the Glory – Swami Sarvapriyananda’s talk on Vivekananda’s timeless philosophy.

  9. Philosophy of Integral Advaita – A scholarly exploration of his Vedantic cosmopolitanism.

  10. Vedanta Teachings – A lecture on his vision of harmony among the four yogas.