New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tributes to Swami Vivekananda, a monk and spiritual leader, on his 123rd death anniversary.
“I bow to Swami Vivekananda Ji on his Punya Tithi. His thoughts and vision for our society remain our guiding light. He ignited a sense of pride and confidence in our history and cultural heritage. He also emphasised walking the path of service and compassion,” Modi said on X.
The founder of Ramakrishna Mission, whose treatise on Vedanta and Hindu philosophy in general won him a large following, was born in modern-day Kolkata and died at the age of 39.
Among those who regularly invoke his legacy is Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has often credited Swami Vivekananda as one of the strongest influences on his personal and political life. From addressing youth forums, global conferences, and delivering Independence Day speeches to his monthly Mann Ki Baat programme, the Prime Minister has repeatedly cited the monk’s teachings as foundational to his journey and India’s development goals.
As we mark the revered monk’s death anniversary this year, here’s a look at some of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s most impactful quotes on Swami Vivekananda and why they matter today.
