Sriramkrishna Bibekananda Lokayata Lokatita (Bengali Version)

Book Details

• Author: Subhashchandra Bandopadhyay
• Publisher: Bangiya Sahitya Samsad
• Language: Bengali
• ISBN: 9789382012894

About the Book

Sriramkrishna Bibekananda Lokayata Lokatita (Bengali Version) is a thoughtful exploration of the spiritual philosophy and enduring cultural influence of Sri Ramakrishna and Swami Vivekananda through the perspectives of folklore, cultural studies, and social thought. Written by noted folklore researcher Subhashchandra Bandopadhyay, the book combines years of scholarly engagement with Sri Ramakrishna’s teachings and examines how the ideas of these two spiritual visionaries continue to shape the lives of ordinary people.

The volume investigates the relationship between the lokayata (folk and everyday) and the lokatita (transcendent and spiritual) dimensions of human existence. The author demonstrates how the teachings of Sri Ramakrishna and Swami Vivekananda emerged from the lived realities of society while simultaneously offering a universal spiritual vision that transcends social, cultural, and religious boundaries.

A central focus of the book is the influence of Sri Ramakrishna and Vivekananda on folk life and popular consciousness. Rather than limiting the discussion to philosophical doctrines, the author explores how their thoughts have been reflected in community values, ethical ideals, cultural practices, and everyday spirituality. Their teachings are presented as living traditions that continue to inspire compassion, harmony, self-realization, and social responsibility.

Drawing upon folklore studies, religious philosophy, cultural history, and spiritual thought, the book presents an interdisciplinary interpretation of the Ramakrishna–Vivekananda tradition. It highlights the continuing relevance of their ideas in addressing contemporary concerns while emphasizing the importance of human values, coexistence, and cultural inclusiveness.

One of the distinctive features of the work is its call for a healthier and more harmonious world. By linking spiritual awareness with social and environmental responsibility, the author encourages readers to envision a society free from moral and ecological degradation. This perspective broadens the significance of the Ramakrishna–Vivekananda philosophy beyond religion, presenting it as a source of inspiration for building a more humane and sustainable future.

Combining scholarly analysis with accessible language, Sriramkrishna Bibekananda Lokayata Lokatita is an important contribution to the study of spirituality, folklore, and Bengali cultural thought. It is an excellent resource for students, researchers, devotees, and readers interested in the philosophical and cultural legacy of Sri Ramakrishna and Swami Vivekananda.