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Condemn none: if you can stretch out a helping hand, do so. If you cannot, fold your hands, bless your brothers, and let them go their own way.

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This quote by Swami Vivekananda encourages us to have a compassionate and non-judgmental mindset towards others. He emphasizes the importance of helping others whenever possible, but also acknowledges that there may be times when we are unable to do so. In such situations, he advises us to offer our blessings and let others choose their own path.
Quote by Swami Vivekananda
Clergyman, Indian
Swami Vivekananda was an Indian Hindu monk and a key figure in the introduction of Vedanta and Yoga to the Western world.
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