13 March Daily Quote of the Day

Swami Vivekananda's Quote

13 March

“Physical weakness. That physical weakness is the cause of at least one - third of our miseries. We are lazy, we cannot work; we cannot combine. We speak of many things parrot - like, but never do them. Speaking and not doing has become a habit with us. What is the cause of that? Physical weakness. This sort of weak brain is not able to do anything; we must strengthen it. First of all, our young men must be strong. Religion will come afterwards. Be strong, my young friends; that is my advice to you. You will be nearer to Heaven through football than through the study of the Gita. These are bold words; but I have to say them, for I love you. I know where the shoe pinches. I have gained a little experience. You will understand the Gita better with your biceps, your muscles, a little stronger.”

(CW: Vol. 3: Lectures from Colombo to Almora: Vedanta in its application to Indian Life (p.241-242)).