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Vedanta Society of New York, Hindu spiritual center in Upper West Side, Manhattan, United States.

The Vedanta Society of New York operates from a building at 34 West 71st Street, featuring a library, reading room, and dedicated prayer spaces.

Founded in 1894 by Swami Vivekananda after his appearance at the Parliament of World Religions, this center marks the first Vedanta Society in the United States.

The society conducts daily prayer sessions, vesper services, and Sunday lectures that combine Hindu philosophy with practical spiritual teachings for modern life.

Visitors can attend meditation sessions, evening classes three days per week, and access the spiritual literature collection in the society's library.

Swami Sarvapriyananda leads weekly discussions on ancient texts like The Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna, reaching audiences through in-person gatherings and digital platforms.

Website: http://vedantany.org

GPS coordinates: 40.77612,-73.97785

Latest update: May 10, 2025 16:11

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