Genesis
Sri Ramakrishna Sevashrama, Gurap, was started in 1981 on the birthplace of Swami Vishuddhananda, the 8th President of the Math & Mission. It was made a branch of the Mission in 2016 under the name ‘Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama’. Keeping in mind the ideal of Sri Ramakrishna, 'Shiva Gyane Jiva Seva', this ashram is working towards the rural development by spreading education, providing health services and training for the self-reliance of the underprivileged society.
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Swami Vishuddhananda
The eighth President of the Ramakrishna Order, was born on Wednesday, 13 June 1883 at Gurap village in Hooghly district of West Bengal. His pre-monastic name was Jitendranath Singha Roy. Early in life, he came under the spiritual influence of Holy Mother Sri Sarada Devi, and the direct disciples of Sri Ramakrishna. He had his initiation from the Holy Mother in 1906 and joined the Order in 1907.
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Recent Activities
World Environment Day was observed with enthusiasm and active participation on 5th June 2025.
Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, Gurap observed the sacred Annapurna Puja with great devotion on 5 April 2025.
Daily Activities
Vedic Chantings – 7:15 am
Mangalarati - 4:30 am ( Apr to Sep) & 5 am ( Oct To Mar)
Vedic Chantings – 7:15 am
Daily Ritualistic – 7:30 am
Temple remains closed – 12 noon to 4 pm
Evening Arati – As per sunset
Reading from Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna – after evening Prayer
Sunday Special Discourse– after evening Prayer
Temple Closed- 8 pm
About Gurap
Famous for the 18th-century Nandadulal Temple, featuring terracotta embellishments and atchala architecture—a state-protected monument. Hosts notable structures like the Jora Shiva Temple, Pancharatna Shiva Temple, and an old dol-mancha. Also birthplace of Keshab Chandra Nag (K. C.Nag)—a legendary Bengali mathematician.
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