The "Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda, Volume 1" includes his addresses at the Parliament of Religions held in Chicago on September 11, 1893. In his "Response to Welcome," Vivekananda expresses gratitude for the warm reception and emphasizes the values of tolerance and universal acceptance inherent in Hinduism. He proudly acknowledges belonging to a religion that has historically sheltered persecuted peoples and promotes the idea that all religions contain truth. He quotes a hymn that illustrates the belief that diverse spiritual paths ultimately lead to the same divine source. His speech serves as a declaration of the principles of inclusivity and respect for all faiths, aligning with the teachings of the Gita.

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