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RAMAKRISHNA MISSION, GOA
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About Ramakrishna Mission, Goa

Ramakrishna Mission Goa, located in the serene town of Ponda, is a spiritual and cultural center that upholds the teachings of Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa and Swami Vivekananda. This center of Ramakrishna Mission plays a vital role in promoting spiritual growth, social welfare, and interfaith harmony.

The ashram at Ramakrishna Mission Goa provides a tranquil atmosphere for individuals seeking spiritual solace and guidance. It offers a space for meditation, prayer, and study of the scriptures, allowing visitors to delve deeper into their spiritual journeys. The monks residing at the ashram serve as mentors and spiritual guides, providing valuable insights and support to those in need.

One of the significant aspects of Ramakrishna Mission Goa is its emphasis on spiritual education. The center conducts regular classes, lectures, and workshops on Vedanta philosophy, yoga, and meditation. These sessions enable individuals to deepen their understanding of spiritual principles and practices, fostering personal growth and self-realization.

Ramakrishna Mission Goa is also actively involved in various social service activities. The center runs educational institutions, including schools and vocational training centers, that provide quality education and skill development to students from diverse backgrounds. The focus is not only on academic excellence but also on moral and ethical values, nurturing well-rounded individuals who contribute positively to society.

In the realm of healthcare, Ramakrishna Mission Goa extends its services to the community through dispensaries and medical camps. These facilities offer medical care, basic treatments, and healthcare awareness to underserved populations. The center's commitment to compassionate healthcare ensures that those in need receive necessary support and assistance.

Another significant aspect of Ramakrishna Mission Goa is its efforts in promoting interfaith harmony. The center organizes interfaith meetings, seminars, and dialogues, providing a platform for individuals of different faiths to come together and foster mutual respect and understanding. These initiatives contribute to the development of a harmonious society where diverse religious traditions are appreciated and celebrated.

Ramakrishna Mission Goa stands as a beacon of spirituality and service, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of countless individuals. The center's unwavering commitment to spiritual growth, social welfare, and interfaith harmony creates a transformative environment that inspires personal and societal upliftment. By integrating spiritual teachings and selfless service, Ramakrishna Mission Goa continues to embody the ideals and principles of Sri Ramakrishna and Swami Vivekananda, leaving a profound and positive influence on the local community and beyond.

Origins - Ramakrishna Mission, Goa

Swami Vivekananda(Swamiji) spent six years in Bharat Darshan to know the ancient traditional greatness and the then status of the motherland. He travelled mainly on foot with occasional train journey. During this journey, Swamiji came to Margao, Goa on 27th October 1892 after spending 13 days in Belgaum. Sri Subrai Naik, an erudite scholar and a devout person at Margao welcomed Swamiji and made arrangements for his stay in a part of his house. Sri Subrai Naik had conversations in Sanskrit with Swamiji and deeply admired his scholarship and broad views.

Swamiji visited famous temples of Goa such as Shanta Durga and Ramnathi at Kavala, Mhalasa at Mardol, Manguesh at Mangueshi. He sang devotional songs and classical music at some of the temples. The people present were astonoshed to see the ocean of devotion in this Vedantic Sanyasin while he sang deeply merged in himself. At Vengurla Library, he gave a speech on Sanchit, Prarabda and Kriyamana Karma.

With the help of J.P. Alvares, a learned chrisatian known to Sri Subrai Naik, Swamiji visited Rachol Seminary and studied for three days christian theology from old latin texts to enhance his knowledge about christianity. It was a marvel to see His gigantic intellect and original views about Christianity.

Goa being a place blessed by the holy touch of swami Vivekananda, the headquarters of Ramakrishna Math & Mission decided to start a branch centre in the state of goa for the first time in 2015. Hence two centres are under formation in goa as on 01-07-2016 viz.

(1) Town centre on gifted plot in ponda town and
(2) Riverside centre on land gifted by Ramakrishna Vivekananda Seva samiti in parsol near Tisca, usgao. 

Ramakrishna Vivekananda seva samiti

There are many private organizations in India legally not affiliated to Ramakrishna Order which are being run by groups of devotees in similar lines with Ramakrishna Math and Mission. Inspired by the holy trio, Sri Surendra D. Prabhu, an ardent bachelor devotee, offered the first floor of his residence to initiate such a center at Madgao in Goa. Ramakrishna Vivekananda seva samiti was formed and formally inaugurated on 25th April 1996 by the most revered Swami Gahananandaji Maharaj, President, Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission at the following address : 1139, Vidyanagar, Margao, Goa – 403601 on the first floor of a building belonging to Sri Surendra D. Prabhu, a devotee. Later two more devotees viz, Sri Sandeep Sardesai and sri Upendra Gaunecar joined the leadership and the Samiti progressed further. In 2006, the samiti acquired a land of six acres at the following address: Ramakrishna seva samiti, parsol, 2 kms. after Khandepar bridge, inside from Khursikade bus stand. It is 7 kms. from Ponda bus stand. Since then, it was been operating from this place.

The main objective of the Samiti was to practice, promote and propagate the teachings of Ramakrishna, Sri Sarada Devi and Swami Vivekananda. The Samiti's activities is to inspire, motivate, develop character and instill a sense of nationalism amongst our youth. 

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