Quote by Swami Vivekananda

Of one hundred persons who take up the spiritual life, eighty turn out to be charlatans, fifteen insane, and only five, maybe, get a glimpse of the real truth. Therefore beware.

Of one hundred persons who take up the spiritual life, eight

Summary

This quote highlights the arduous reality of pursuing spirituality. It suggests that out of a hundred individuals who embark on a spiritual path, the majority are likely to be deceivers or mentally unstable, while only a few obtain genuine insights into truth. The quote serves as an admonishment, warning individuals to be cautious in their journey of spirituality due to the high prevalence of pretense and instability within this pursuit.

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By Swami Vivekananda

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