About

Nigamananda Paramahansa was a Bengali Hindu monk and a prominent figure in the Advaita Vedanta tradition of Hinduism.

• Born in 1872 in Calcutta, India
• Ordained as a monk at the age of 8
• Renowned for his spiritual wisdom and teachings

Achievements

Nigamananda Paramahansa was a prolific writer and published numerous books on Hinduism and spirituality.

• Wrote over 100 books on Hinduism and spirituality
• Translated numerous Hindu scriptures into Bengali
• Established the Nigamananda Sangha, a monastic order

Teachings

Nigamananda Paramahansa's teachings emphasized the importance of self-realization and the realization of one's true nature.

• Stressed the importance of devotion and surrender to the divine
• Emphasized the need for self-inquiry and introspection
• Teachings were centered around the concept of Advaita Vedanta