RAMAKRISHNA MISSION ASHRAMA, BELAGAVI
Activities of the Ashrama along the lines laid down by Swami Vivekananda – "Atmano Mokshartham Jagadhitaya cha" or "for the liberation of self & welfare of the world."
Become a Monk
What is Monasticism?
Monasticism is living life in preparation for or under religious vows. The goal of life in the view of Vedanta is to realize our true nature as one with God. Each person must decide what lifestyle will best enable him or her to work efficiently and sincerely toward this goal. The path of the lay person usually involves married life. The individuals within the family strive to serve God in each other. Lay people serve society by raising children with sound values and by contributing through their work life. They must juggle the priorities of job, family, and spiritual life and incorporate their spiritual practice into their jobs and family lives.The path of the monastic involves renouncing the pleasures of family life and adopting vows of celibacy.
In order to be able to give more focus directly to spiritual practices. Many spiritual traditions have monastics, including Hindu, Buddhist, and Christian. In the tradition of the Ramakrishna Order the purpose of monastic life is to work out one’s own liberation and to train oneself to do good to the world, along the lines laid down by Sri Ramakrishna, Sri Sarada Devi and Swami Vivekananda.
Requisites for joining the Ramakrishna Order
One aspiring to be a formal member of the Ramakrishna Order of Monks must be a male within certain age which depends on one’s educational qualification, maximum age being 30. Absolute celibacy, burning renunciation, obedience to seniors and readiness to practise all the 4 yogas as depicted by Swami Vivekananda either singly or totally according to the circumstances he is placed in, are required. Those who are desirous of joining may contact any of the Ramakrishna Centres either in India or abroad.
Only bachelors are eligible. The married can associate as part-time/full time volunteers. One can find a list of Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission Centres here. Women may please contact Sri Sarada Math.
Life in the Ramakrishna Order
To satisfy that curiosity, the following passages, with some minor modifications, are quoted from a booklet (For Enquirers About Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission. Second revised edition, pp. 46-50. Publishers: Sri Ramakrishna Math, Madras, India) by Swami Tapasyananda, one of the Ramakrishna Orders past Vice-Presidents.
In monastic life, as in community life, the individual is participating in the general group consciousness and is therefore propped up or pulled down by that consciousness as the case may be, according to the standard of excellence prevailing in the group. The new self-consciousness of being the member of a group of elite, together with a host of inhibitions like vows, traditions, dress, association and so on, raises a solid barrier of protection behind which even one comparatively weak can operate with sure chances of success, provided one is sincere.
Bhakti-yoga, Jnana-yoga, Raja-yoga and Karma-yoga (in other words, the path of devotion, the path of philosophical inquiry, the path of meditation, and the path of right action), all form the recognized Sadhanas of the Order. But work has special importance, because according to the rules laid down by Swami Vivekananda, every member, whatever his predilections, must do some work in the service of Sri Ramakrishna. Work cannot therefore be avoided in the name of a pseudo-spirituality, and those who are of that mentality will find themselves misfits in the Order.
An organization, like a State, however, requires not only geniuses but also ordinary folks, not only leaders but also followers. In the Order of Sri Ramakrishna all are therefore welcome, talented and highly qualified persons as also those who are not extraordinary, provided that they are attracted by the idea of living a life of renunciation and service. Renunciation implies the eschewal of personal ambitions, family relations, possessions, luxury and sex. An individual can practice renunciation only if the urges mentioned before find fulfillment in the higher satisfaction which devotional life offers.
Service implies the dedication of one’s energies and capacities to the works of the Order conceiving it as a symbol of Sri Ramakrishna. Spiritual talents are therefore more important than worldly abilities, but by the very nature and object of the Order a harmonious combination of both is the ideal.
Monastic life, therefore, offers to persons having the required temperament, the best opportunity of developing their capacities and of living their lives in a way that will be of maximum benefit to themselves and the world at large. The conditions of life in the Order are such that any one with the right temperament can easily adjust himself to them.
In the matter of food, clothing and housing, no doubt, simplicity is the rule, but conditions are not prohibitively austere. Middle class standards obtaining in the country are generally observed in these matters in the Math (monastery). Though the monks have no salaries or any other kind of personal income, all their legitimate needs are met by the institution (Order). The monastic vow of poverty therefore does not mean penury and indigence. So also obedience and discipline, while being fundamental in the monastic code of conduct, are not allowed to degenerate into servility and abjectness. While personal ambition has no place, scope for great achievements is open to persons of ability and courage.
Swami Vivekananda lived and preached at a time when India was yet in political bondage. Young men were, therefore, naturally engaged in the struggle for political freedom in the belief that it would solve all our problems. After political independence was attained, we have now come to understand that it has no meaning without economic independence, and the country is, therefore, struggling for that through planning and industrialization. But sooner or later it will be realized that without moral, religious and spiritual freedom—freedom from the animal in man—even economic freedom can offer no solace to the people. It is desirable that at least the more thoughtful sections in the country are prepared to face this disillusionment sufficiently early.
For the attainment of this spiritual freedom the country requires a huge army of workers cast in the mold that Swami Vivekananda has prepared through the harmonious combination of Jnana-yoga, Bhakti-yoga, Raja-yoga, and Karma-yoga. The monastic Order is the great legacy he has left to posterity for accomplishing this purpose. Now that the country is independent, there are no patriotic inhibitions standing in the way of the youth taking to a life of spiritual life and service. It is up to them to respond to the call of Swami Vivekananda, join the Order in large numbers and get their lives molded for special service in India and abroad.
RAMAKRISHNA MISSION ASHRAMA, BELAGAVI 
Dear Tapas,
About your eligibility: You are still young and can easily complete graduation and become eligible. That should not be a problem. Our scriptures have emphasized that one should fulfill one’s duties towards one’s parents. There is only one exception: If one renounces the world for the sake of God, then he/she is absolved of that responsibility. Rest all depends on one’s mental preparation.
Regards, Swami Atmapranananda
Swamiji, it is not possible to continue studies anymore. My family cannot afford it anymore.
Sir, i am suchandra …i am married ..but now i want to leave every relation every thing totally from my life and want to be a monk …i want to do works for vivekananda asram ..pls help
Hello Sir, My name is Rohan ketkar residing at Belgaum, Karnataka. I am very much enlightened with swami sarvapriyanandaji and i have realised that Vedanta is the true way of leading a life. I have decided to become a Monk and know more about myself as in the awareness or the consciousness. I just wanted to enquire that i stay with my grandparents so is it possible if they could come and stay in belur ?
Swamiji, I am 28 years old I have completed my graduation. I want to leave every relationship from my life. I want to be a monk. Please help me.
Pranam Maharaj,
I am 26years old completed my graduation in 2019.
Now I want to devote myself in the service of people and in the name of Swamiji.
Swami ji I am 24 year’s old I have completed my graduation.
I want to leave all materialistic things and serve the people and utilise my remaining in the name of Swami Vivekananda ji
Since you live in Kolkata, please contact Belur Math at the following mail id: mail(at)belurmath(dot)org
Regards, Swami Atmapranananda
hii m ranjit aapke ashram me aana chahta hu pls call me 9149567461
Sir,I have two responsibilities one my sick mother another my brother I must find suitable bride for him.When I complete getting my brother married and they both have someone to take care of them both.Can I come and become sanyasi..I have no interest in world every happiess have darkness,.I want to see God.Nothing in whole world is true and permanent.I want to see what is stable and true,how to attain it, if God bless me I want to see him.
Pranam Maharaj,
Just to give a short introduction about myself before putting across my question. I am Suvam Banerjee, 34 years of age and married. I have done my Masters in Biotechnology and currently based out in Germany in the clinical research field. I have been initiated by Swami GautamanandaJi in 2012 Bangalore Ulsoor math and have been associated with Ramakrishna Vivekananda thoughts and trying my level best to adapt that to my practical life since then.
Coming to my question, I have visited RKM Kankhal in 2013 and I felt really connected to that place, atmosphere and the Sevashram. Since then I have thought several times to quit my job and be full time associated with math and mission work. I think it has reached a stage now where I want to break the shell and want to integrate myself with RKM movement completely.
I need your direction and suggestion if there is any possibility for a householder to stay in Ashram premises and be a part of the math/mission activities full time.
With Love and Regards,
Suvam Banerjee
Dear Suvam Banerjee,
Yes, it is possible for a householder to stay in the Ashrama and serve. He/She will serve as a volunteer with no remuneration or some reasonable honorarium. The decision is made by the head of the institute where s/he wishes to serve. Needless to mention, being a volunteer, s/he will have no claim whatsoever over other benefits like pension, insurance etc. You may contact the Kankhal Sevashrama directly.
Regards, Swami Atmapranananda
At first take my regards..I am a girl of 23 years age…..I have completed graduation with chemistry honours…..Now I want to be a nun in Ramakrishna Mission…. Kindly tell me what to do????Kind give me the contact no and address of branch to which I can contact voor this reason……
Namaste. Please go through the below link. It shows the Sharada Math Head Quarters website, you can search for your nearest centres and enquire.
http://srisaradamath.com/centers.php
Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Fort, Belagavi (Belgaum) – 590016 Karnataka Ph: 0831-2432789, 2430789 Email: belgaum@rkmm.org http://www.rkmissionashrama.org
On Mon, Nov 20, 2017 at 7:15 PM, RAMAKRISHNA MISSION ASHRAMA, BELGAUM wrote:
> Anwesa Chakraborty commented: “At first take my regards..I am a girl of 23 > years age…..I have completed graduation with chemistry honours…..Now I > want to be a nun in Ramakrishna Mission…. Kindly tell me what to > do????Kind give me the contact no and address of branch to which I ca” >
I am a 32 yr old male living in Bangalore. I am interested in learning more about vedanta philosophy. Could you please suggest the best approach.
Namaste Swamiji,
I am reading the books of swamy vivekananda,Sri Ramakrushna,Sister Nivedita, Bhagavadgita and upanishads, so i have got inspired to do the social service for full time . Is there any opportunity in the Ramakrushna mission?
Namaste Swamiji,
I am a 26 year BBM graduate from Mysuru, Karnataka. This is my second query but by far the most important one. I will be completely honest with you, i have a totally sedentary lifestyle without a worry in the world. I have a lot of friends, a loving family and what not. But somehow none of this seems to fit me. I always yearn to know, feel and learn more and even after all the partying and being a social butterfly, i just can’t understand the feeling of emptiness that always lay dormant in me. Thats when swami vivekananda and his ideals came into my life and it has been of immense help. And the scriptures resonate his words that whatever you are looking for is in us and not out there in the world. I think i am quite ready to take up celibacy and become a monk but there in lies the problem. My family will never let me become a sanyasi but i cannot or rather have lost interest in the material things. I do not know how to convience them without breaking their hearts. And there is a second problem, on my quest to find the answers in the world around, abused a few illicit substances and ended up having schizoprenia and psychosis for which i have been under for treatment from the past 5 years. Though the substance abuse was stopped 5 years ago the doctors say that the negative symptoms might manifest again and have furthermore baised me to my spiritual path and want to completely devote my life and surrender to the great lord. And last but not the least, i have my mother’s and sister’s name tattooed on me along with an om in the forearm. With these many conditions am i still able to join you and the fellow sanyasis in the journey of finding the ultimate truth? Eagerly waiting for your reply.
Thank you.
swamiji
im 28 and doing phd in nit.i wish to join the mission, but i read that upper age limit is 30, and my research will be over only in 2020. but then i will be over 31.is the age criterion relaxable
regards
kamal
I want to join sannyas… am 32 old from mysore
Dear Swamiji,
I have two questions?
1) Why should one renounce family to become a monk? we have examples of so many avadhoot’s who were in family life? (King Janaka was also a family man right?)
2) Can the state of self realization not happen from dream state as both waking and dream are the same?
Namaste. Please get in touch with our Haridwar Ashama, the address is : Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission Sevashrama Kankhal – P.O. Haridwar – Dt Uttarakhand – 249 408 Ph: 01334 – 246141 & 244176
Yours in the Service of the Lord
Swami Atmapranananda Secreatry
Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Fort, Belagavi (Belgaum) – 590016 Karnataka Ph: 0831-2432789, 2430789 Email: belgaum@rkmm.org http://www.rkmissionashrama.org
On Tue, Oct 24, 2017 at 12:22 AM, RAMAKRISHNA MISSION ASHRAMA, BELGAUM wrote:
> Ajith K N (@AjithMurthy) commented: “Dear Swamiji, I have two questions? > 1) Why should one renounce family to become a monk? we have examples of so > many avadhoot’s who were in family life? (King Janaka was also a family man > right?) 2) Can the state of self realization not happen from dr” >
Swamiji,
I have a question,
If god realization is the only aim of life,
a) If everyone in this world becomes a monk who in this world will grow food, sell grains ,build houses?
b) Is it wrong to dedicate 24hours of our time to god?
c) Why does a monk renounce all these things can he not perform the same being in the world by working?
d) How to realize god as effectively as a monk being an householder?
can u please answer my doubts swamiji..
Pranam Maharaj,
Can you please email me the pdf :’For enquirers about Ramakrishan Math and Ramakrishna Mission’. I wanted to go through the book as I am interested in joining the order.
my email id: pratik97899@gmail.com
Yours sincerely,
Pratik
Dear swamiji
Im 31 years old btech graduate. I was working in TCS. I m interested to join ramakrishna mission as a monk. Kindly suggest
Dear Glad to receive your mail. Hope you are a bachelor and in good health. Since you have just crossed the age limit, please get in touch with our HQ at mail at belurmath dot org. While you write to them, please also write the extent of your exposure to Ramakrishna Vivekananda ideology in general and ideal of monasticism in particular.
Regards, Swami Atmapranananda
Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Fort, Belagavi (Belgaum) – 590016 Karnataka Ph: 0831-2432789, 2430789 Email: belgaum@rkmm.org http://www.rkmissionashrama.org
On Wed, Dec 13, 2017 at 9:55 AM, RAMAKRISHNA MISSION ASHRAMA, BELGAUM wrote:
> Odisha Odisha commented: “Dear swamiji Im 31 years old btech graduate. I > was working in TCS. I m interested to join ramakrishna mission as a monk. > Kindly suggest” >
Namaskaar swamiji
I m 37 year old from Bishnupur, Bankura.,I worked in School as teacher….. i want to join the order as a monk please guide me…
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Pranam Swamiji ,
pranam to ramkrishna paramhamsa , swami vivekananda and to Adi shankara.
I wanted to give you a brief about me before starting with the doubts.
i am 26 year old from pune maharashtra , working in the IT industry from last five years.
After engineering when i was 22 year old , i did a 10 days vipassana course and after that my view or perception towards life gets changed completely. Along with vipassana , I am also following the vedanta philosophy and trying to live the life as directed by Vivekananda. I have understood the goal of this life and wanted to devote it for GOD Realization. I completely understand that the Vedanta , Vipassana are nothing but the different ways to identify the Bramhan.
in last few years i got trapped into worldly things and barely stick with my practice. I have restarted my practice now and wanted to live monastic life.
I have following questions –
1. I have no interest in worldly things and wanted to renunciate as soon as possible but not able to do since i am the only son to my parents and they are dependent on me ,sometimes i think to live with my parents as a brahmachari and perform by duties but this is confusing me , please help me solve this dilemma.
2. since i am following vipassana meditation technique presently , will i be able to join the Ramakrishna mission.
3. if yes , will i be able to continue with the technique being part of the Ramakrishna mission and order , is it advisable to change the meditation techniques and methods.
I am very sorry for being to verbose.
Awaiting your reply .
Pranam.
My story is same as yours….twice I did 10 day Vipassana, got exposure of swamiji, and only soon of parents, and wish to continue Vipassana as RKM monk.
Pranam Guruji,
I’m Aditi Das, a married woman. I want to be a monk. To become a monk what should be done. I don’t have any child. I’m 27 years old.
Dear Madam Greetings! As you would have read in our blog post, RKM is only from men. Ladies need to contact Sarada Math. RKM does not admit married men. So far as I know, Sarada Math also may not admit married candidates. You can always associate yourself with either as a devoee/volunteer etc.
With Best wishes and prayers. Swami Atmapranananda (Secretary)
Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Fort, Belagavi (Belgaum) – 590016 Karnataka Ph: 0831-2432789, 2430789 Email: belgaum@rkmm.org http://www.rkmissionashrama.org
On Sat, Mar 3, 2018 at 7:38 PM, RAMAKRISHNA MISSION ASHRAMA, BELAGAVI wrote:
> Adidas Das commented: “Pranam Guruji, I’m Aditi Das, a married woman. I > want to be a monk. To become a monk what should be done. I don’t have any > child. I’m 27 years old.” >
Hi,
My self rajeshkanna 26 years old bachelor i would like to serve my entire to service god. Where can i join immediately to join the ashramam.
Dear Glad to know of your noble intention. Please let us know your educational qualification, where are you from and whether you have read about Sri Ramakrishna, Swami Vivekananda and Sri Sarada Devi.
With Prayers and best wishes, Swami Atmapranananda (Secretary)
Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Fort, Belagavi (Belgaum) – 590016 Karnataka Ph: 0831-2432789, 2430789 Email: belgaum@rkmm.org http://www.rkmissionashrama.org
On Thu, Mar 8, 2018 at 7:59 PM, RAMAKRISHNA MISSION ASHRAMA, BELAGAVI wrote:
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Dear Sir, please tell me if a 52 year old is eligible for becoming ba monk, and if he can join the ashram and do regular requirements of the ashram and be help to the ashram and to himself. Thank you
Dear
Glad to receive your mail.
As you would have read in our blog post, age limit for joining RKM is 30 years.
You may either look for other institutions or associate yourself with RKM as a volunteer.
With best wishes and prayers,
Swami Atmapranananda (Secretary)
Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Fort, Belagavi (Belgaum) – 590016 Karnataka Ph: 0831-2432789, 2430789 Email: belgaum@rkmm.org http://www.rkmissionashrama.org
On Sat, Mar 10, 2018 at 3:47 PM, RAMAKRISHNA MISSION ASHRAMA, BELAGAVI wrote:
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Dear Sir,
Thank you for your reply. Can you please let me know the work for a volunteer.if I wish to join as a volunteer at Allahabad branch does it include a stay free for me at your premises or I have to look for my own stay.
Thanks
Dear Please get in touch with RKM, Allahabad. You will find the email address here: https://belurmath.org/branch-centres
With Best Wishes,
Swami Atmapranananda (Secretary)
Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Fort, Belagavi (Belgaum) – 590016 Karnataka Ph: 0831-2432789, 2430789 Email: belgaum@rkmm.org http://www.rkmissionashrama.org
On Mon, Mar 12, 2018 at 11:53 AM, RAMAKRISHNA MISSION ASHRAMA, BELAGAVI wrote:
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I am a high school graduate.I am 20.Am I eligible to be a monk?
First tell me where are you from and search belur math number and contact them they will tell you about the requirements of becoming a monk, you are eligible to become a monk. All the best.
dear guruji,
I am a female, and i want to be a monk. Is it something wrong with females that keeps your criteria as eligible only for males? I meditate and admire swamiji a lot.
Dear sister, you can become a monk at Sri Sarada Math, the women branch of Ramakrishna Mission, they can tell you the system of becoming a monk, please search sarada math in google and contact them, or you can contact me at9401150746. Because my whole family are initiated devotees of Ramakrishna Mission Karimganj Assam. All the best.
Sir,
My name is Harish. Am 28 years old. My hometown is at Tirupati. I did complete my graduation in Aeronautical Engineering. I have curiosity to learn about spiritual conscious by practicing meditation.
Kindly suggest my path to achieve my goal.
Thank you.
Dear, Please contact our Tirupati Ashrama. The address can be found here: https://belurmath.org/branch-centres/
With Best wishes and prayers,
Swami Atmapranananda (Secreatary)
Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Fort, Belagavi (Belgaum) – 590016 Karnataka Ph: 0831-2432789, 2430789 Email: belgaum@rkmm.org http://www.rkmissionashrama.org
On Tue, Mar 20, 2018 at 7:44 PM, RAMAKRISHNA MISSION ASHRAMA, BELAGAVI wrote:
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Sir,
I did ask for bramhacharya at your ashram which is located in Tirupathi.
They didn’t accept me.
My mobile number 07989323700
Kindly solve my issue as early as possible.
Thank you.
my question is i am 32 years old umarried and a law graduate persuing cs. iam desperate to join ashram and become a monk. what should i do.
Pranam Swamiji,
can you please help me with earlier posted queries.
Awaiting your reply.
thanks.
reposting again for your reference.
Pranam Swamiji ,
pranam to ramkrishna paramhamsa , swami vivekananda and to Adi shankara.
i am 26 year old from pune maharashtra , working in the IT industry from last five years.
I have following questions –
1. I have no interest in worldly things and wanted to renunciate as soon as possible but not able to do since i am the only son to my parents and they are dependent on me ,sometimes i think to live with my parents as a brahmachari and perform by duties but this is confusing me , please help me solve this dilemma.
2. i am following vipassana meditation technique presently , will i be able to join the Ramakrishna mission.
3. if yes , will i be able to continue with the technique being part of the Ramakrishna mission and order , is it advisable to change the meditation techniques and methods.
I am very sorry for being too verbose.
Awaiting your reply .
Pranam.
Hi sir
I am from Chennai. I want to become a monk in Ramakrishna Math in kolkatta or somewhere other than Chennai. I am an engineer by graduation. Can you pls guide me on how to become a monk?
Dear Glad to receive your mail. I suggest you to get in touch with Swami Paramasukhanandaji of Ramakrishna Math, Chennai. It is in Mylapore, near Kapalishwar temple. He will talk to you in person and guide you suitably.
With prayers and best wishes, Swami Atmapranananda (Secretary)
Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Fort, Belagavi (Belgaum) – 590016 Karnataka Ph: 0831-2432789, 2430789 Email: belgaum@rkmm.org http://www.rkmissionashrama.org
On Mon, May 21, 2018 at 1:43 PM, RAMAKRISHNA MISSION ASHRAMA, BELAGAVI wrote:
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Pronam swamiji
I want to pass my rest life by devosing to God. I am a bengali person age 55,i want to +take sanyas, because in family I have seen everybody is selfish. I am fadeup with my present membrtd so want to shelter on
Pronam swamiji,
I am a boy of 18 years of age, and do not yet have my bachelor’s degree. I sincerely want to devote my entirely life to my lord, Shri Ramkrishna, because I am literally fed up with people around me and their selfish thoughts. Moreover, i have recently known that, i have no other choice in my life other than serving Him.
I’m 35, never married, and have no interests in leading a married life nor do I aspire for a job/career. I’ve an MBA, have worked for close to 10 years. I would like to be a monk/sanyasi! Is it too late? Can I not apply now?
Respected Swamiji Pranam,
I am 23 year old a BSc graduate and from mumbai, I want to join the order in order to achieve a stage of liberation but also i want to do something for the society. I have not read about the 4 yoga’s told by the swami vivekananda. If you suggest something then i can have the clear idea and i can join the mission ASAP. Please suggest some books to read before I settle for my decision. Thank You
Respected swamiji i am 17 years old. Can i become a monk.
How can become Sanyasi in Ramkrishna mission?
Swamiji, I am 39 Years old my wife 35 years and my son 8 years old, we all the join your ashram, because me and my wife don’t want to live like a normal life and want moksha, so please suggest me how we can take admission in your ashram and want to reside there as a monk/sadhu for fulfill our desires.
Pranamagalu
Am unmarried 32 year old girl working in government sector asa typist in ramanagara district
So I have become a monk in sharada Matt
So pls help me and suggest me
I am eligible to join or not
Swamiji,I am 28 years old a b.tech graduate from warangal.I want to join in ashrama and become a monk.so please show me the way and help in my spiritual desires.
Swami ji Maharaj ji
My pranam to you. Swamiji i want to be a part of your ashram and want to serve throughout the life as a monk what i am. If it is possible please reply. I need a hand holder who can lift me towards the ramkrishna and swami vivekananda.
Regards
Swami Vidyananda. ascent.dumka@gmail.com
Pranam swamiji, l am 26 years old and done my graduation in civil engineering. I want to be a part of your mission in serving people by becoming a monk.How to approach further.
Respected Swamiji,
1. Can you provide me with a glimpse of how would a typical sanyasi be like?
I am inspired by Swami Vivekananda, Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, Sri Sharada mata and Sister Niveditha.
Though I am having a burning desire to join your order from a year. I would want to be sure of my decision as I would not want math to waste their resources on me the other way round. I would be glad to check if I won’t be a misfit.
2. What is the difference between the spirit of service as a social worker and the spirit of service as a spiritual aspirant?
3. Is there any RK math at Gwalior?
Please bless me with your reply.
Regards,
Sree.
I am a great follower of Swami Vivekananda, Sri Ramkrishna Paramhanshadev.I have studied all 4 yogas (raja yoga, jnana yoga,karma yoga and bhakti yoga).I am practicing Raja yoga and karma yoga .Now I completely decided to live a life of total renunciation and celibacy .I am from Barasat ,,West Bengal.I want to join Ramkrishnamath as a monk.I am only 18 years of age.Please tell me what can I do.
How can I become a nun in your mission
Hi…..may I know you ?
Swami ji. I am in Bhopal now. Orignally from Gujarat. I am Bcom Graduate and now alone in life! I dont want to go into family life now and want to go for sanyash at my age 43 now! Kindly advise me when and where shall I go and join the Ashram to learn things of sanyashi life
How can i become a monk please guide …stay at kolkata ..age 35..plz guide…i want to spend my rest life become monk ….plz inform me through mail
Dear Swamiji,
Could you please explain why RKM order doesn’t give ishta mantra diksha (such as Shiva, Rama, Krishna etc). whereas Mother and Thakur gave those to devotees? Thanks and regards, Manoj
I want to become monk…plz guide me & let me khow the procidure ..plz help me.
On Tue, Feb 19, 2019, 14:51 RAMAKRISHNA MISSION ASHRAMA, BELAGAVI Manoj Kumar commented: “Dear Swamiji, Could you please explain why RKM > order doesn’t give ishta mantra diksha (such as Shiva, Rama, Krishna etc). > whereas Mother and Thakur gave those to devotees? Thanks and regards, Manoj” >
Maharaaj ji
Pranaam
Today i came to know that upto age of 30 years can join the mission., I.was preparing to join the mission for 1 year. Now i have turned 32 .. what can be done mahataj how can i join the mission and give my wholehearte effort in god realization…..
Regards .
mera name sarvanik dixit meri age 23 years h. mane shadhi bi nhi ki h . m life time k leye sanyas lena chta hu . kya ap muje guide k skte h . ki m kase k ban skta hu sanyasi . pls ap muje guide kare .
mera mobile number 7835981085.
e-mail id — dsarvanik@gmail.com
Pranaam
I am Ajay Kumar Gond. I am from Uttar Pradesh (UP). I am under 30 year of age. I am working in delhi as accountant and unmarried. I want to become monk, so i want to join math. Please guide me.
My contact details:
Mobile: 7678487938, 9891504606
Email id: ajaykumargon24@gmail.com
You may want to contact Delhi Branch:
RAMAKRISHNA MISSION, RAMAKRISHNA ASHRAM MARG, NEW DELHI, DELHI 110055
Phone: (91)(011)23587110, 23580091
For other centers in India, please visit https://belurmath.org/branch-centres/
Mr Manoj Ji, are u a monk at RK Math. I want to talk to you. If it it possible then please provide me your contact no.
Pranaam Swamiji,
Am 26 year old based in Mumbai. I have always been reading spiritual books and practicing meditation and developed an interest in reading books and ideologies of Swami Vivekananda and Swami Ramakrishna lately. I want to get associated with your ashram as a part time volunteer first and then explore my possibilities of taking up monk hood. Please guide me accordingly.
P.S. I have completed my graduation and working.
Pranam Swamiji, myself Rochak, age 30, staying in Bangalore and recently married. From my teen age I wanted to become a monk but due to some reasons I couldn’t make that. I have been initiated by Swami Vagisanand ji maharaja on 9th September 2012.
Now I want to become full time volunteer in kolkata or any other sharada math so that I can do sadhna for salvation. I really wanna feel salvation in this very life. And will I get some small amount of money so that I can pay my loans also otherwise it will be a burden to my family and i don’t want to do that. Please do the needful.
Thank you
Hi my name is Kusuma, I want to become monk, My age is 25 year, I am not bechelor, is I am eligible for become monk
I am 29yrs old, a B.Com Graduate. I want to become a Monk. Not interested in this material world, want to learn yoga. And want to completely bind my self in the name of GOD. Please reply, awaiting for your reply.
Sir,I am from Bankura,West Bengal, India. I am a graduate . I have done B.Ed also.My age is 25.Can I become a monk in Ramkrishna Math?If can please tell me the procedure of application.
I am an ex-volunteer. I suggest you please contact local Ramakrishna Math and speak with Swamiji there. Here’s the link to find branch centers: https://belurmath.org/branch-centres/
IF ANY ONE WHO WANTS TO BECOME A MONK IN RAMAKRISHNA MISSION AND WANT TO KNOW THE PROCEDURE OF BECOMIMG A MONK PLEASE CONTACT ME AT 9401150746.As i am initiated disciple of R.K.M. ALONG WITH MY FAMILY.
Am 24 years old. I want become a sanyasi please guide me
Dandwat Pranam Swamiji,
Swamiji i belong to chandigarh and is 26 years of age. I received mantra diksha from Swami Gautamananda Ji Maharaj, under the shadow Swami Satyeshananda ji Maharaj in April 2016. I have done BTech from Thapar University. Having went through some understanding of Thakur ji, Sarada Ma and Swamiji’s thoughts, i am deeply inclined towards taking Sanyasa yet i am not sure if i am fit for it or not.
Kindly guide me for the same.
Eagerly waiting for your reply.
Thanking You
Tanmay
I am 34 years old. and i not Graduate. but i am a computer programmer can I am eligible for become monk.
I am 29 years old from kanpur. how can i become a sanyasi. please give me some contact number so i can clear my doubts.
Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama
Ramakrishna Nagar, Gumti No.5
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
India – 208012
Ashrama Phone no : 0512-254 0673
Email: rkmissionkanpur@gmail.com
Dear swamiji
Im 25 years old btech graduate. I was working in Fire protection. I m interested to join ramakrishna mission as a monk. Kindly suggest
Dear swamiji. I am 28 year old. I am studying m.ed.how I became monk in your ashram .please reply
GOUTHAM RAGHAVENDRA CK
gouthamsdk@gmail.com
Respected Swamiji, I am 23 years old from Bangalore. I was studying bachelor of science and wanted to become a physicist as i thought it would lead me to absolute truth. But as I was through my study I realized that physics(logic) cannot lead me to truth. So I didn’t write my final semester exams but then I got to know degree is compulsory to take Sanyasa. I don’t mind writing it again but I don’t know if i’ll be able to write exams with corona epidemic. Can I have an exemption. I can submit my certificates for verification with 8.3 CGPA except for final semester.
Why only RKM?
I did lot of research on which spiritual organisation to join or follow. But then I realized except for RKM most of them have their own ways of propagating lineages. I found RKM to be the most tolerant and comprehensibly logical in their approach of describing methods of seeking truth known from reading gospels of Ramakrishna and lectures of Swami Sarvapriyananda and so did i chose to join RKM.
HARI OM TAT SAT
om shanthi shanthi shanthi hi
respected swamiji,
y am sukhomoy.want to lead spiritual life by became a monk ,[lease help me as soon as possible.i am science graduate and specialization on medical technologists which is related to nervous system.now iam just 29 yrs old. please help me as soon as possible
You may wish to visit the nearest branch center and speak with the in-charge Swamiji there. Here’s the link to find the branch centers: https://belurmath.org/branch-centres/
With best wishes,
Ex-volunteer
respected swamiji,
Pronam
I ,RItobroto Chanda, DOB : 24th december 2001 time:09:23 am place :kolkata
am 18 years old…i have not yet decided whether to become a monk but i want to practice the higher forms of yoga…is this possible at Belur Math..please let me know.
Hi I am Nirmalendu Pattanaik from Bhubaneswar Odisha. I am very much interested to become a monk and lead a spiritual life.Please suggest me on the next steps.
My Contact No-9778037964,9038005383
email-nirmalpattanaik2009@gmail.com
Namaste, I am just a lay devotee. In my opinion, you should contact nearest branch center of Ramakrishna Mission. Here’s the link for Bhubaneswar Ashram: https://rkmbbsr.org/reaching-us/
Jai Thakur, Maa, Swamiji. Om.
Hi please consider me to your group am interested to become sanyasi am 26 yrs old unmarried one, I want to lead my life out of family so am considering this option.suoriyarvredd@gmail.com is my id pls send me the details to join thank you
Pranam Swamiji! I am a 22yrs old BCA graduate. I belong to a highly religious family so the exposure of spirituality has always been to me but the devotional practice we use to do wasn’t really much practical to counter the suffering we experience in the daily world. I had this sudden sense of realization that, is that all life is? We get involved in so much materialism to have that thing we all pursue: “Happiness” and still there is no sign of happiness and peace the way people like us live. There has to be something more to life something which is self-satisfying. I am from Dehradun so I usually use to visit Tibetan Buddhist temples here and have studied their doctrine and found it quite useful. And then through youtube, I came across with Advaita Vedanta and it literally blew my mind and it became part of my life almost every day I use to listen to swami Sarvapriyananda’s teaching on youtube and then I started studying Swami Vivekananda’s doctrine and Advaita gave me a perspective that this is life the true me which I always wanted to find my true essence which I was in search for. Its been a long time I am practicing meditation, Brahmacharya waking up on Brahmamuratam every day. And now I have decided to give up materialism completely and be a part of the Ramakrishna Order as a monk for life. I have felt the detachment to everything and want to pursue existence from a new perspective. But the thing is 2yrs ago I got a tattoo inked and I do regret it now, in my ignorance I did that. Overall I don’t have any kind of health issues I’m completely healthy. So is it possible I can apply to be a monk?
Hello..
Greetings…
My name is Sanuj Das
I am a single Male..
I want to be a part of Ramkrishna Order of Monks..
I am and B.E(Aeronautical Engineer) and MBA(Symbiosis International University), currently practicing job in Mumbai, but belong from Assam, Guwahati…
I am a born of Jan, 1990 and thus I am 30 years old and this is my only chance to learn the very existence and purpose of life in the best possible way…
Can you please help me evaluating my eligibility to become a monk…
My email ID: sanuj.das@hotmail.com
Pranam swamiji
My name is Bharath Bhushan i am living in bangalore
I am 21 years old i have a keen interest to live life as a monk but i have a one problem that is i am only son to my entire family can you suggest me what should i do
Dear Bharath Bhushan,
Please send us an email to belgaum@rkmm.org with more details about yourself – education, etc.
We will respond.
Swami Atmapranananda
(Secretary)
How can I meet you n talk? I live in Bangalore! I can’t disclose much so please suggest where can I vist!
Maharaj, My Name is Shubhrajit Chakraborty I am 24 years old I wanted to become a volunteer in Ramakrishna Mission please inform me about it as soon as possible.
I am Shibaji Santra.. I am 32 years old I wanted to devotee my life to Lord Ramkrishna and want to led rest of my life following his footsteps.. Please help me in this regard
Pranam Swamiji,
Iam a 25 year old woman,can I get mantra diksha from Ramkrishna Mission Belur Math?
Pranam Swamiji,
I am looking for Guru for guidance on spiritual path. Please help.
Sri RamKrishna Saranagoto
Santanu Banerjee,Kolkata.
Gurudev,
I am done with my materialistic life and want to take a new form of life by serving humanity and living the life of a monk. I can’t breathe here it’s choking me to every moment. I am not 24 but 18 now but Swami Vivekananda too took the life of a sanyasi at an early age. I want to experience utter silence, complete nothing feeling my soul the inner Brahma. I want to leave this life to walk on the way to becoming a Buddha. Please accept my request and save my or else ill die in this world.
Swapnil
Sir, I am Tapas Roy, from Kolkata, age 34 years, had done by Graduation in Commerce in 2007 and working in Commercial Offices since then but now want to leave all these and having urge to be associated with the Ramkrishna Math to serve the common people.
I am coming to know form earlier posts that there are certain norms like age limit and all, to become a Monk and which I belief I have crossed hence I will be grad to be associated as Volunteer.
Kindly guide me.
With Regards
Tapas Roy
Dear Swamiji,
Namaste, my name is Sanjay Kumar Rai. I’m from Meghalaya, Shillong. I’m unmarried and have no interest to live a married life nor do i want to be forever caught in grips of attachment. My age is 29 years, however i’ve not completed my graduation. Recently i joined the graduation course and have completed 1st year. I, don’t wish to continue any further and only enrolled myself in this program because of family expectations and my habbit of not saying “no”. For a very long time now, i wanted to leave everything and become a sanyasi( realisation happened), but could not gather enough courage,before. But there is something inside me that keeps saying if not now, when?, it wants to burst out and i’m not sure what to do. Family needs and expectations never ceases, and i honestly want to be free from such attachment and desire. Please guide me. I don’t want to get lost. I want to be found.
I raviteja,age:28 working as faculty in engineering college .I am trying very hard to enjoy my life with surrounded people but I can not adjust with him because I am seeking for the knowledge of god and serving him .I want to become a monk and spread the message of life and purpose of living .pls guide me to become a monk
HariOM.
You may wish to visit the nearest branch center and speak with the in-charge Swamiji there. Here’s the link to find the branch centers: https://belurmath.org/branch-centres/
With best wishes,
(a lay devotee and ex-volunteer)
I am 25 and complete my post graduation and want to lead a life of a monk to understand myself and this world also to attain peace of mind in the work which I do to help the society
HariOM.
You may wish to contact me the nearest branch center and speak with the in-charge Swamiji there. Here’s the link to find the branch centers: https://belurmath.org/branch-centres/
With best wishes,
(a lay devotee and ex-volunteer)
Respected Maharaj,
I am 41 years old, unmarried, teaching in a college. I want to be initiated as well as I want to lead my rest of the life under monasticism of Ramakrishna Mission… As the maximum age limit is 30 years for one to become a monk, I can understand I have crossed that limit. Is there a way for me to be inducted into monasticism? Kindly reply to me…
With Sastang Pranaam
Sandipan
Hii im Priyanka I’m completed graduation I want to take monk, help tell me how to take where I go I’m 22 years old I’m from ap chittor district plss kindly reply to me
Respected Swamiji,
I am 25 years old single male. I live in Dehradun. I completed BE MEchanical in 2019. Worked in TCS. I want to join and be of service. I also want to set on a Spiritual Journey and want to learn from the seniors. Please let me know how I can join. And what should I work on to become eligible and a fit for the ashram.
Dear Aakash,
I am just a lay devotee. I saw your post and thought I should reply. Since you are based in Dehradun, I think you can approach Dehradun RKM ashram.
Ramakrishna Ashrama &
Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama
168/169, Rajpur Road
Kishanpur, Dehradun
Uttarakhand – 248 009
Office Hours :
Mon. – Sat. 10:00 – 16:00
dehradun@rkmm.org
Ashrama:
+91 135 273 4355