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Swami Nikhilananda

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Vivekananda: A Biography

IDEA 1
A questioning young man in Calcutta
Nikhilananda describes the young Narendranath Datta as a bright, energetic student in Calcutta with a restless mind. He questioned religious beliefs and wanted direct proof of God, which led him to many teachers.
IDEA 2
Ramakrishna changed his life
Narendranath met Sri Ramakrishna, a mystic at Dakshineswar, who claimed to have seen God. Nikhilananda describes how Ramakrishna's love and spiritual power gradually won over the doubting young man. The bond became the centre of his life.
IDEA 3
Disciples formed a brotherhood
After Ramakrishna's death, his young disciples formed a monastic brotherhood at Baranagar. Nikhilananda describes their poverty, discipline and determination to carry forward their master's message. They often begged for food.

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