Biography of Swami Ram Tirth complete biography for Class 10, Class 12, and Graduation and other classes.
Full Name | Swami Rama Tirtha |
Born | 22 October 1873, Gujranwala, Pakistan |
Died On | 17 October 1906, New Tehri |
Known for | A Vedantic Scholar |
Swami Ram Tirth was born on 22 October 1873 at Murli, Gujranwala Li (now in Pakistan). His father was Pandit Hiranand and he was extremely poor. Ram Tirth was initially named Tirth Ram. He studied Urdu, Persian, and Sanskrit. He stood first in B.A. He declined to appear for the ICS examinations because of his inclination towards spiritualism. In 1899, he got attracted to the Himalayas and set out to travel there.
Swami Ram Tirth mesmerized father Scott with his knowledge and was drawn towards spiritualism after finishing his education. He announced renunciation at a young age and became famous all over the world in 1901. He went to Japan in 1902 and enthralled the public there with his preachings. He lighted the lamp of Indian spiritualism in the United States of America also. He impressed thousands of people during his travels.
While on his way back to India from America, Swami Ram Tirth stayed in Egypt for a few days. He preached in Persian in a Mosque there and attained great fame. He was greatly honored there. Swami Ram Tirth also wrote many books. He also indulged in Shairi.
Throughout his life, Swami Ram Tirth emphasized individual and national independence. He was a path-finder for the youth. He attained samadhi on the Dipawali day on 17 October 1906.