The power of karma yoga in human development

Shelley Brown

International Journal of Development Issues, 2014, vol. 13, issue 3, 242-249

Abstract: Purpose - – The purpose of this paper is to focus on Swami Vivekananda’s teachings on higher self-development through karma yoga – spiritualizing contemporary life in today’s fast-paced world – and on evolving a more humane civilization through the service of enlightened citizens. Design/methodology/approach - – Stressing the essential role of self-development in human progress, Swami Vivekananda taught Vedanta to East and West as a practical dynamic philosophy. Findings - – With his prophetic vision, he adapted ancient wisdom for modern living in his concept of karma yoga. Extending the idea of “holy” to the whole of human endeavor, whether exploring truths in the world or discovering the light of the soul within, Vivekananda deemed every struggle sacred when pursued with sincere, selfless intent. Originality/value - – Each action taken in the right spirit, Vivekananda taught, can manifest our innate divinity and bring us one step closer to our sublime nature, which acts in the common good.

Keywords: Ancient wisdom; Harmony of Oneness; Karma yoga; Light of the soul; Selfless intent; Sublime nature of human being; Calm concentration; Attitudinal correction; Alexander technique (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2014
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DOI: 10.1108/IJDI-05-2014-0034

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