This episode provides an extensive biographical overview of Swami Vivekananda, a key figure in the spread of Hinduism and Vedantic philosophy to the West. It details his relationship with his guru, Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, highlighting how Vivekananda initially questioned and later embraced his teachings, which emphasized human service as divine service. The text traces Vivekananda's life from his privileged upbringing and spiritual awakening to his period as a wandering monk across India, where he gained firsthand knowledge of the country's socio-economic conditions. Furthermore, the source chronicles his travels to the West, particularly his famous address at the 1893 Chicago Parliament of the World’s Religions, and discusses his efforts in establishing the Ramakrishna Math and Mission and inspiring figures like Jamshedji Tata to found research institutions. Finally, it notes his ongoing efforts to unify different Hindu sects and his later life dedicated to teaching and philosophical travel despite declining health.