In this excerpt from Volume 2 of the Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda, he discusses the importance of practical spirituality and the relativity of what is considered "practical" across cultures. He highlights the difference in practicality between Western and Indian cultures, using examples such as the quick formation of joint-stock companies in the West compared to the slower pace in India. Vivekananda points out that while some ascetic practices may seem extreme or unwise, they attract followers who display significant intellectual depth. He emphasizes the danger of judging others based on one's own cultural norms, illustrating this through various examples of differing opinions on activities like bull-fighting and prize-fighting. Ultimately, he reflects on the complexity of human thought and encourages a more open-minded approach to understanding different practices and beliefs.

by Swami Vivekananda in English Biography

Writen by Swami Vivekananda

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