Social Philosophy of Swami Vivekananda English 2009

This book explores the social philosophy of Swami Vivekananda from various aspects of his life and work. An attempt is made to present his inner spirit of social service to the mankind through the practical teachings of Vedanta and mass awakening activities. Providing rich insights into the social life of Swami Vivekananda, it describes in detail his philosophy of humanism. Also, it presents a critical appraisal of the Swami as a social reformer and mass educator. This work is based on the Vedantic idea of universal oneness with the motto of 'Service to man is service to God.' Dr. Amulya Ranjan Mohapatra at present is Director of Swami Vivekananda Swadhyay Kendra, President of Swami Vivekananda Banabharati Vidyapith, and Secretary of Sri Ramakrishna Sat-Sangha, Koraput (Orissa). He taught Logic and Philosophy at various Government Colleges and also worked as Vice-Principal and Principal before his retirement. He has contributed numerous articles to several newspapers and journals of repute. Dr. Mohapatra has to his credit many books including The Idea of Inexpressible: A Philosophical Analysis, Philosophy of Religion, Hinduism: Analytical Study, Value System, Indian Freedom Fighter, Bir Surendra Sai, Bharatiya Dharma O Darsana, Sri Ramakrishna Jivana Darsana, Swaraj: A Multi-Dimensional Concept.