Swami Vijnanananda - Standard Photo

This devotional portrait captures Swami Vijnanananda (Hari Prasanna), a revered direct disciple of Sri Ramakrishna and the fourth President of the Ramakrishna Math and Mission (1937–1938). Originally an engineer, he brought meticulous planning and saintly devotion to the Order, most notably overseeing the architecture of the magnificent Sri Ramakrishna temple at Belur Math. His work gave physical form to Swami Vivekananda's vision of harmony among religions. Swami Vijnanananda was known for his quiet, introspective nature and profound spiritual realization. This image reflects his deep inner life and the serene wisdom that guided his brief but significant presidency. It serves as an inspiring reminder of a dedicated soul who meticulously served the spiritual and physical infrastructure of the Ramakrishna Movement.