FAQs on Joining the Ramakrishna Order

An order means, in this context, a group of monks living together and having a common allegiance.  The Ramakrishna Order is a well-defined body of monks which owes its origin to Sri Ramakrishna and his eminent disciples, the foremost of whom was Swami Vivekananda. Mention must be made here of Sri Sarada Devi, whose spiritual stature was equal to that of Sri Ramakrishna and who guided the Order with motherly love and spiritual ministration for more than three decades since its inception. She is called the Holy Mother of the Order. Ramakrishna Order means, for all practical purposes, two registered organizations –  ‘Ramakrishna Math’ and ‘Ramakrishna Mission’, with their common Headquarters at Belur Math and more than 200 branches worldwide.  To know more about the history, ideal and activities of these twin organizations, please visit our website.