Everything can be sacrificed for truth, but truth cannot be sacrificed for anything.
Swami VivekanandaRead
The progress of the world means more enjoyment and more misery too.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The advancement of society brings both positive and negative experiences.
Swami Vivekananda's quote reflects the dual nature of progress in the world. While advancements lead to increased enjoyment and opportunities for happiness, they also bring about new challenges and sources of misery. This highlights the complexity of human experience, where growth often involves both joy and suffering.
Themes
ProgressEnjoymentMiseryWorldDuality
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the impact of technology on our lives, this quote emphasizes the mixed outcomes of innovation.
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