Radhakrishnan Sarvepalli

Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan

Dr. S. Radhakrishnan, President of India

On 9 February 1936, the politician Dr. S. Radhakrishnan came to see Baba with V. Subrahmanya Iyer, 67, the retired vice-chancellor of Mysore University and a professor of philosophy, and Professor Wadia, also of Mysore University. Radhakrishnan had come to know about Baba through Dr. Deshmukh in Nagpur and learned of Baba’s presence in the area through Iyer, who was one of Baba’s neighbors. Kalemama informed them that Meher Baba was now in seclusion and would not be granting interviews until his seclusion ended in June. They left.

Radhakrishnan never came again for Baba’s darshan, though he was interested in Baba and was later given a copy of God Speaks. After he became President of India during the 1960s, he would hear about Baba from Delhi Baba lovers, Mona and Manohar Sakhare. They would keep Radhakrishnan informed about Baba’s activities and play Baba’s arti for him on their record player.

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Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was an Indian philosopher, scholar, and statesman who served as the 2nd President of India from 1962 to 1967. He was a prominent academician and an influential thinker in India and worldwide. His work primarily focused on Indian philosophy, comparative religion, and education. Dr. Radhakrishnan was a well-educated scholar with a strong foundation in philosophy. He completed his early education at the Tiruttani Government High School, and later, he graduated with a degree in arts from the Vivekananda College in Madras (now Chennai). He then pursued higher studies at the Madras Christian College and later earned a Master’s degree in Arts in philosophy from the University of Madras.

Dr. Radhakrishnan also held an honorary degree of Doctor of Letters (D.Litt.) from various universities, including Oxford, and he was knighted by the British government in 1931.

Books:
Dr. Radhakrishnan was a prolific writer and thinker. Some of his notable books include:

  • “The Hindu View of Life” (1927) – In this book, he explains the essence of Hindu philosophy and its cultural impact.
  • “Indian Philosophy” (1923) – A two-volume work that presents a comprehensive analysis of the philosophical traditions of India.
  • “The Philosophy of Rabindranath Tagore” (1931) – A study of the famous poet-philosopher Rabindranath Tagore’s thoughts.
  • “Eastern Religions and Western Thought” (1939) – A comparative study of Eastern and Western philosophies.
  • “The Bhagavad Gita: A Philosophical Exposition” – A commentary on the Bhagavad Gita, interpreting its spiritual and philosophical significance.

    • Awards and Honors:
    Dr. Radhakrishnan was recognized globally for his contributions to philosophy, education, and public service. Some of the prestigious awards and honors he received include:

  • Bharat Ratna (1954) – The highest civilian award in India.
  • Knighted by the British Government (1931) – For his contributions to philosophy and education.
  • International Recognition – He was named a “Member of the Royal Academy of Sciences” and received honorary doctorates from several universities worldwide.
  • Templeton Prize (1975) – For his contribution to the understanding of spirituality and the relationship between science and religion.

    • Dr. Radhakrishnan’s legacy remains strong due to his immense contributions to philosophy, education, and his efforts to bridge the gap between Eastern and Western thought. His birthday, September 5, is celebrated as Teachers’ Day in India in honor of his dedication to education.

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