Heartfelt Celebration of the 190th Birth Anniversary of Shri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa
Udaipur: Shri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, the divine seer of the eternal Sanatan tradition, appeared in a time when society was mired in confusion, divisions, and disputes in the name of religion. Amidst the turmoil of that era, he emerged as a guiding light, not only imparting knowledge of the path from the individual soul (Jivatma) to the Supreme Soul (Paramatma) but also making the journey simple and accessible. In today’s era, where human pursuits often overshadow spiritual awareness, the path shown by this visionary seer assures humanity of a welfare-oriented future.
These thoughts were expressed by several speakers during a satsang and seminar titled “Shri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa: An Inspiration for Spiritual Consciousness”, organized jointly by the Shantipith Institution and the Nimbark Teacher Training College at the college auditorium on the occasion of Ramakrishna Paramahamsa’s birth anniversary.
Dr. Neeraj Sharma, Head of the Sanskrit Department at MoSU University, spoke as a chief guest, emphasizing that India provides the freedom for spiritual transformation and realization of the Supreme Consciousness. He explained that the multi-dimensional Indian knowledge tradition, rooted in the Vedas, is embedded in our cultural practices, and divinely enlightened souls emerge from time to time to guide humanity. Dr. Sharma elaborated on philosophical interpretations of Soham (“I am That”), highlighting that it awakens humans to their infinite potential—a realization that, if instilled by teachers, can help students recognize the divine light within.
Anant Ganesh Trivedi, founder of Shantipith, described Paramahamsa as the culmination of three millennia of spiritual practice, whose life exemplified yogic devotion and paved the path for the liberation of humanity. He stated that during social reform movements of that time—be it the Brahmo Samaj, Arya Samaj, or the Prarthana Samaj—Ramakrishna provided a unifying spiritual foundation, integrating various paths to reach God while harmonizing scriptural knowledge, science, and the higher and lower realms of understanding.
Dr. Surendra Dwivedi, former principal of the college and chair of the session, shared numerous anecdotes from Paramahamsa’s life, emphasizing his message of religious harmony. He highlighted that Indian spiritual tradition emphasizes universality and unity.
Dr. Hanuman Sahay Sharma, the college principal, welcomed the guests and remarked that the philosophy of Ramakrishna and Swami Vivekananda remains eternally relevant, underscoring the importance of character-building among youth.
Dr. Kamal Singh Rathore, Student Welfare Officer at B.N. University, observed that the spiritual legacy of Ramakrishna, as manifested through Swami Vivekananda, illuminated the world with India’s spiritual heritage and divine traditions. He also expressed gratitude on behalf of Shantipith for the event.
The program began with trainee students reciting the Saraswati Vandana and Vedic mantras. The seminar was conducted by Dr. Bharti Dashora. Present on the occasion were former Forest Conservator Omkar Lal Menaria, poet Shri Daan Charan, college faculty members, distinguished citizens, and a large number of trainees. The event concluded with the singing of the national anthem Vande Mataram.
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