Belur Math | The Headquarters of Ramakrishna Math & Ramakrishna Mission
Quotation
Perform your meditation and spiritual practices in the morning and evening. During these times, nature is favorable, and the mind quickly becomes absorbed in one's Chosen Ideal (Ishta). There is no time for spiritual practice equal to these hours. At other times of the day, the mind does not become as steady.
— Swami Adbhutananda
Sri Ramakrishna Jayanti 2026
The 191st birthday (tithipuja) of Sri Ramakrishna will be celebrated at Belur Math on Thursday, 19 February 2026, according to the Vishuddha Siddhanta almanac. Details ➤
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Ramakrishna Math & Ramakrishna Mission
Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission are worldwide, non-political, non-sectarian spiritual organizations which have been engaged in various forms of humanitarian, social service activities for more than a century. Inspired by the ideals of renunciation and service, the monks and lay devotees of the Math and Mission serve millions of men, women and children, without any distinction of caste, religion or race, because they see the living God in them.
The ideals of Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission consists of the eternal principles of Vedanta as lived and experienced by Sri Ramakrishna and expounded by Swami Vivekananda. This ideology has three characteristics: it is modern in the sense that the ancient principles of Vedanta have been expressed in the modern idiom; it is universal, that is, it is meant for the whole humanity; it is practical in the sense that its principles can be applied in day-to-day life to solve the problems of life.
The emblem of the Ramakrishna Order designed by Swamiji is a unique and unparalleled work of art created by one of the richest minds in contemporary history in an exalted mood of spiritual inspiration. It is a profound symbol of harmony and synthesis for reverential meditation in this present age of conflict and disharmony. This symbol is the epitome of Swamiji’s message of harmony and synthesis, leading to life’s fulfilment. This is indeed the most eloquent expression of what he really preached, what he wanted every man and woman to be, to realize, either in the East or in the West.
Our Inspiration
The holy lives which have enabled thousands of people to gain or regain faith in God and in the eternal verities of religion.
The Administration
Online Donations
- Donations to the Ramakrishna Math and the Ramakrishna Mission are exempt from income tax under Section 80G of the IT Act, 1961.
- The tax benefit certificate Form 10BE will be available only after 31st May on written request by the donor via email.
- For Guru Pranami, there is no tax exemption benefit.
- Donations and Contributions by Cheque : Details ➤
Ramakrishna Math
Donate to Ramakrishna Math, Belur Math, for Activities related to Worship, Celebrations, Preaching and Maintenance.
Ramakrishna Mission
Donate to Ramakrishna Mission, Belur Math, for Activities related to Relief, Rural Welfare and Social Services.
Guru Pranami
Devotees may offer Guru Pranami to Most Revered President Maharaj ji and Revered Vice-President Maharaj jis.
Project at Gaya ji
Donate to develop new center near Gaya Ji to serve as a spiritual hub and support education and welfare. Read the Appeal ➤
Our Activities
The ideology of Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission finds expression through their multifarious activities.
Visit Belur Math
A place of pilgrimage for people from all over the world professing different religious faiths.
