Hinduism · Origins & people
Vivekananda speaks in Chicago
1893 CE
Vivekananda addressed the World’s Parliament of Religions in Chicago, presenting Hindu teachings to an international gathering. His appeal for religious harmony drew attention to Vedanta and yoga. The address became an important moment in his subsequent public teaching outside India.
Why it matters
The event illustrates how individual speakers helped reshape international perceptions of Hindu traditions through public encounter, interpretation, and institution building.
About the date
Opening address delivered on 11 September 1893.
Art Institute of Chicago
Present museum building hosted the Parliament address.
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