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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, currently on a 45-hour meditation retreat in Kanyakumari, made a serene visit to the Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Tamil Nadu on Thursday evening, marking the culmination of his meditation journey, which concludes on June 1st.
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This morning, Prime Minister Modi was attired in traditional clothing, wearing a 'dhoti' and an off-white shawl draped over his upper body.
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His spiritual journey began with a visit to the Sree Kanyakumari Bhagavathi temple, where he offered prayers to Devi Bhagavathi Amman, followed by meditation at the Vivekananda Rock Memorial.
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In a poignant visual, PM Modi could be seen sitting in a meditative pose on the ground, his hands folded in a namaskar gesture, radiating a profound sense of devotion.
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Holding a Rudraksha Mala in his hands, he engaged in prayer, emanating a sense of tranquility and reverence.
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Another striking moment captured the Prime Minister performing the Surya Namaskar and offering water to the Sun god, exuding grace and reverence.
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The significance of meditating at the Vivekananda Rock stems from its historical resonance.
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It was here that Swami Vivekananda, in 1892, embarked on a transformative three-day meditation, leading to his enlightenment.
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The site symbolises Swami Vivekananda's spiritual awakening and his vision for India's socio-spiritual advancement.
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PM Modi's choice to meditate at Vivekananda Rock reflects his deep admiration for Swami Vivekananda and his teachings.