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Quote By Swami Vivekananda

Do not wait for anybody or anything. Do whatever you can, build your hope on none.

Swami vivekananda
Indian Monk and Spiritual Leader
Born: January 12, 1863
Died: July 4, 1902
Swami Vivekananda, an Indian spiritual leader, introduced Vedanta and Yoga to the West and played a key role in revitalizing Hinduism in India.

Explanation Of The Quote

This quote advises proactive action and self-reliance. It suggests that one should not rely on external factors or wait for others but should take initiative and build hope independently.

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