Everything can be sacrificed for truth, but truth cannot be sacrificed for anything.
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The atom cannot disobey the law. Whether it is the mental or the physical atom, it must obey the law. "What is the use of [external restraint]?"
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes that both physical and mental entities are bound by certain laws and principles.
Swami Vivekananda's quote reflects the idea that the existence and behavior of all things, whether they are physical atoms or mental constructs, are governed by immutable laws. This suggests a deeper philosophical understanding of order and discipline in the universe, indicating that both external and internal influences play a role in shaping our reality and behavior.
Themes
AtomLawPhilosophyDisciplineOrder
In practice
Example use cases
In a philosophy class discussing the nature of existence.
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