Quote by Dhammapada

Just as a flower which seems beautiful and has color but no perfume, so are the fruitless words of the man who speaks them but does them not.

Just as a flower which seems beautiful and has color but no

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This quote suggests that words without actions are meaningless and empty, much like a flower that appears visually appealing but lacks any fragrance. It implies that a person who speaks with eloquence but fails to follow through with their words is ultimately unproductive and lacking substance. The quote emphasizes the importance of aligning one's words with their actions to ensure authenticity and credibility.

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