Essentials of Hinduism

Swami Vivekananda

Apr 2019 · Advaita Ashrama (A publication branch of Ramakrishna Math, Belur Math) · Narrated by Swami Jnanishananda

About this audiobook

Many want to know what Hinduism is. Many are astonished to hear that Hinduism has no particular creed. Indeed, Hinduism is hard to define. Hinduism is a system which comprises within its fold an infinite variety of thoughts. In this Audiobook published by Advaita Ashrama, a Publication centre of Ramakrishna Math, an attempt has been made to give a bird's-eye view of Hinduism with extracts from the speeches and writings of Swami Vivekananda who may be said to be the best exponent of Hinduism in modern India. The excerpts have been culled from the author's Complete Works.

Ratings and reviews

A well explained summary of the philosophy behind Hinduism. Right from the meaning of the word to the various aspects of its manifestations in the firm of sects, symbols and practices. Even as a Hindu myself, there's a lot of food for thought. Certainly recommended for those looking to get a brief introduction to or just a really well organized refresher on the topic. Hopefully this should provide an excellent start to a spiritual journey.

for someone who new nothing if this religion i know have a general understanding. pretty good.

highly recommend this audiobook to all those true seekers of God... to those who wants to know who is a Hindu

About the author

Swami Vivekananda was the foremost to introduce Indian philosophies of Vedanta and Yoga to the Western world and is credited with raising interfaith awareness, bringing Hinduism to the status of a major world religion during the late 19th century. He was a major force in the revival of Hinduism in India, and contributed to the concept of nationalism in colonial India. Vivekananda founded the Ramakrishna Math and the Ramakrishna Mission.