Quote by Leo Tolstoy

The Brahmins say that in their books there are many predictions of times in which it will rain. But press those books as strongly as you can, you can not get out of them a drop of water. So you can not get out of all the books that contain the best precepts the smallest good deed.

The Brahmins say that in their books there are many predicti

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of action and practicality over theoretical knowledge. It suggests that simply possessing knowledge or reading books about virtuous teachings is not enough to produce positive outcomes. Drawing a parallel with the predictions of rain in the Brahmins' books, the quote asserts that just as the books cannot generate a drop of water, good deeds cannot be realized solely through acquiring wisdom. Ultimately, the quote emphasizes that practical implementation and taking action are crucial for achieving goodness and positive results.

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By Leo Tolstoy

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