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Chicago Calling E-Zine Archive 2015

2015 Volumes: 5 to 8

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Volume 5, March 2015

This issue contains an editorial with the story of Chicago, which rose like a queen from the ruins of the Chicago Fire, an insightful article by Pravrajika Brahmaprana on "Swami Vivekananda as an Embodiment of Devotion", an enlightening article by the late Professor of the University of South Carolina, Dr. Hal French, about the "Vedanta Movement in America".

In the regular sections there are Yoga tips to combat winter depression and Information for students on how to learn more efficiently.

Last but not the least, inspiring stories of two people, one from a remote village of a developing country, and another a famous professor from the USA.


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Volume 6, June 2015

This month's issue has an editorial, “Birth of Twin Organizations”, on the unique origins ​of the Ramakrishna Math and the Ramakrishna Mission, an enlightening article by Swami Yogatmananda on the “Role of Swami Vivekananda in Redifining Hinduism, and its Impact”, also, an insightful article on “Vivekananda's Contribution to Humanity” by Swami Shantarupananda.

In the regular sections there are Yoga tips to cope with multiple sclerosis and an article for students on educational objectives.

Last but not the least, an inspiring story of one woman's determination and her perseverance in bringing medical facilities to an impoverished village.


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Volume 7, September 2015

This month's issue has an editorial “The Parliament of Religions” on the historic first Parliament of Religions held in Chicago in 1893 and Swami Vivekananda's impact on the West.

The issue also contains enlightening articles by

Swami Ishtananda on “Swami Vivekananda: The Embodiment of Concentration”, and by
Swami Yuktatmananda on “Swami Vivekananda: A Bridge Between The East And The West”.

The inspiring, festive and memorable atmosphere of “Chicago Calling” is captured in vivid detail in an article by an attendee who recounts her experience.

In the regular section there is an article for students on overcoming distractions.

And, finally an inspiring story of an award-winning chef who decided to dedicate himself to feeding the homeless and disabled.


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Volume 8, December 2015

This month's issue has an editorial “​​God and His Divine Power”​ -- on the significance of January 1, 2016 which happens to be both Kalpataru Day and the birthday of Sri Ma Sarada Devi.

The issue also contains enlightening articles by

Swami Kripamayananada on “​​A Few Blessed Americans Who Helped Swami Vivekananda”, and
“​​Swami Vivekananda On Strength”​ by ​Swami Tyagananda.

In the regular sections, there is an article for students on developing will power and overcoming distractions, and a feature on yoga for people with arthritis.

And, finally an inspiring story of a young girl who grows food to feed the needy.


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