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Maharishi Mahesh Yogi
Indian spiritual master.
Born January 12th, 1918 in Jabalpur.
Died February 5th, 2008 at 90 years old in Vlodrop. [ref]
Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the leader of the Transcendental Meditation movement, died on February 5, 2008 at the age of 90. Born in India in 1918, he developed the meditation technique in 1955 and established the organization in the 1960s. Mahesh Yogi spent much of his life advocating for his spiritual teachings. He authored numerous books, gave numerous talks around the world, and was often featured in the media. He was also known for introducing transcendental meditation to celebrities such as The Beatles. His impact on spirituality around the world was highly influential and will be remembered for years to come. He is survived by the many millions of TM practitioners who have benefited from his teachings.
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Swami Vivekananda
Born January 12th, 1863 in Swami Vivekananda's Ancestral House & Cultural Centre.
Died July 4th, 1902 at 39 years old
A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada
Born September 1st, 1896 in Kolkata.
Died November 14th, 1977 at 81 years old
Death must be so beautiful. To lie in the soft brown earth, with the grasses waving above one’s head, and listen to silence. To have no yesterday, and no to-morrow. To forget time, to forget life, to be at peace. Oscar Wilde