I Am A Voice Without Form Swami Vivekananda (English) Old Books

• A Focus on the Message: Vivekananda wanted his teachings—the philosophy of Vedanta, the divinity of the soul, and the unity of existence—to be absorbed on their own merit, independent of his personality, fame, or physical presence (his "form"). The truth of the "voice" was paramount.
• Detachment and Selflessness: The phrase suggests a deep detachment from the ego and the body. By declaring himself a "voice without form," he indicates that his work is not for his own name or glory, but a spiritual and universal current flowing through him.
• Universal and Eternal: A "voice without form" is limitless and eternal. It is not confined to one physical body, one country, or one time period. It speaks to the idea that his message will continue to resonate and inspire long after his physical body is gone.

He also famously added to this sentiment, particularly toward the end of his life, by saying, "it may be that I shall find it good to get outside my body to cast it off like a disused garment. But I shall not cease to work! I shall inspire men everywhere until the world shall know that it is one with God." This reinforces the power of his "voice"—his teachings and spiritual influence—over his "form."