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How did Swami Vivekananda spread the ideas of his Guru Ramakrishna? What was his religious philosophy?
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Swami Vivekananda spread the ideas of his Guru Ramakrishna in the following ways:
- Preaching in India and Abroad: He carried the message of his Guru, Ramakrishna Paramhansa, not only in India but all over the world.
- World Parliament of Religions (1893): Represented Hinduism at Chicago and made a great impact, reviving the image of spiritual India.
- Founding of Ramakrishna Mission (1897): Established schools, colleges, hospitals, and orphanages to serve common people and spread his Guru’s teachings practically.
His religious philosoply was:
- He believed in unity and oneness of all religions.
- He believed that serving humanity is a form of worship and spiritual practice.
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- women
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- 1850
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