Poetry
Vivekananda's poems and translated verses reveal a lyrical and deeply emotional dimension of his personality, ranging from rousing calls to spiritual awakening to tender hymns of devotion and meditative reflections on the nature of existence. Composed in both English and Bengali, his poetry includes original works such as the celebrated "Song of the Sannyasin" and "Kali the Mother," as well as translations of classical Sanskrit hymns. These works distill his philosophical vision into concentrated verse of striking beauty and power.
Key Quotes on Poetry
“He knew not what or wherefrom, But called it God and worshipped”
— Volume 4, Angels Unawares I-III
“But Fate is strong— This is the law—all things come back to the source They sprung, their strength to renew”
— Volume 4, To the Awakened India
“Thy service true, complete thy sacrifice, Thy home the heart of love transcendent find ; Remembrance sweet, that kills all space and time, Like altar roses fill thy place behind”
— Volume 4, Requiescat in Pace
Works on Poetry
Kali the Mother
Writings: Poems
68 words
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Angels Unawares I-III
Writings: Poems
1,065 words
4 min read
To the Awakened India
Writings: Poems
355 words
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Requiescat in Pace
Writings: Poems
204 words
1 min read
Hold on Yet a While, Brave Heart
Writings: Poems
369 words
1 min read
Nirvanashatkam, or Six Stanzas on Nirvana
Writings: Poems
629 words
3 min read
The Song of The Sannyasin
Writings: Poems
1,422 words
6 min read
Peace
Writings: Poems
304 words
1 min read
To a Friend
Translations: Poems
1,495 words
6 min read
The Hymn of Creation
Translations: Poems
316 words
1 min read
The Hymn of Samadhi
Translations: Poems
179 words
1 min read
A Hymn to the Divine Mother
Translations: Poems
913 words
4 min read
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