Quote by Swami Vivekananda

Do not believe in a thing because you have read about it in a book. Do not believe in a thing because another man has said it was true. Do not believe in words because they are hallowed by tradition. Find out the truth for yourself. Reason it out. That is realization.

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Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and personal investigation. It advises against blindly accepting beliefs simply because they are written in books, proclaimed by others, or ingrained in tradition. Instead, the quote encourages individuals to seek and ascertain the truth independently through reasoning and personal understanding. True realization comes from delving into the matter, questioning, and forming informed conclusions based on individual evaluation and analysis.

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By Swami Vivekananda

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