Ramakrishna Paramahamsa Introduction Ramakrishna Paramahamsa was one of the greatest spiritual saints and mystics of India. He was a simple temple priest, but his deep spiritual experiences and universal teachings made him one of the most influential religious figures of the 19th century. His life was dedicated to God-realization, devotion (Bhakti), and the unity of all religions. He taught that all religions lead to the same ultimate truth. His life and teachings greatly influenced his chief disciple, Swami Vivekananda, who later spread his message across the world. Early Life Ramakrishna Paramahamsa was born on 18 February 1836 in the small village of Kamarpukur in the Hooghly district of West Bengal , India. His childhood name was Gadadhar Chattopadhyay . His father, Khudiram Chattopadhyay , was a poor but very religious Brahmin, and his mother, Chandramani Devi , was a simple and devoted woman. From childhood, Gadadhar showed signs of spiritual inclination. He loved ...