Everything can be sacrificed for truth, but truth cannot be sacrificed for anything.
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It is the highest manifestation of the power of Vairagya when it takes away even our attraction towards the qualities.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Vairagya represents detachment from worldly desires and attractions, allowing one to appreciate the essence of qualities without being swayed by them.
In this quote, Swami Vivekananda discusses the concept of Vairagya, which refers to profound detachment and the ability to transcend the superficial attractions of the world. He emphasizes that the true power of Vairagya is demonstrated when an individual no longer feels a compelling desire towards the qualities or characteristics of things, enabling a deeper understanding and appreciation of their essence rather than being distracted by their external appearances.
Themes
VairagyaDetachmentWisdomAttractionQualities
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about overcoming distractions and focusing on inner growth.
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