Swami Achalananda - Vice President - Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission (1938-1947)

This devotional image captures Swami Achalananda, also known as Kedar Baba, a distinguished monastic disciple of Swami Vivekananda and a spiritual pillar of the Ramakrishna Math and Mission. Born Kedarnath Moulik, he received sannyasa from Swami Vivekananda in 1902, becoming his last direct monastic disciple. Revered for his extreme austerities and profound spiritual life, Swami Achalananda dedicated years to the pioneering service work at the Kashi 'Home of Service' in Varanasi, an embodiment of Swami Vivekananda's ideals. He was elected a Trustee in 1910 and later served as Vice-President of the Order from 1938 until his passing in 1947. His life exemplifies unwavering devotion, renunciation, and selfless service, inspiring countless seekers within the Ramakrishna tradition.