Everything can be sacrificed for truth, but truth cannot be sacrificed for anything.
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Through the senses, anger comes, and sorrow comes.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes how emotions like anger and sorrow arise from our sensory experiences.
Swami Vivekananda's quote reflects the understanding that our emotions are often triggered by external stimuli we perceive through our senses. It suggests that recognizing the source of our feelings can help us manage them better, as anger and sorrow often stem from our reactions to the world around us. By acknowledging this, we can work towards emotional regulation and inner peace.
Themes
AngerSorrowEmotionsSensesAwareness
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion on emotional intelligence, this quote can highlight the importance of understanding emotional triggers.
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