Books are infinite in number and time is short. The secret of knowledge is to take what is essential. Take that and try to live up to it. - Swami Vivekananda

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Books are infinite in number and time is short. The secret of knowledge is to take what is essential. Take that and try to live up to it.

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About Swami Vivekananda

Swami Vivekananda (12 January 1863 – 4 July 1902) was a teacher of Vedanta philosophy, and one of the most famous and influential spiritual leaders of Hinduism.

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Native Name: স্বামী বিবেকানন্দ
Alternative Names: Vivekananda Narendranath Datta Narendra Nath Datta
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