Bounds Quote by Swami Vivekananda
“I love my nation, I cannot see you degraded, weakened any more than you are now. Therefore I am bound for your sake and for truth's to cry, "Hold!" and to raise my voice against this degradation of my race. Give up these weakening mysticism and be strong.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Parliament of the World's Religions, Chicago, 1893
A call to protect the nation's dignity by rejecting harmful mysticism and speaking out against racial degradation.
In simple terms: Defend nation, reject mysticism, speak truth.
Key Takeaway
Stand firm, speak out for truth.
Themes
nationalism
identity
activism
spirituality
Mood
determined
passionate
Type
political
activist
When to use this quote
- political rallies
- community meetings
- educational forums
Key Concepts
cultural integrity
racial pride
oral advocacy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we protect cultural identity without fostering hate?
- What non‑violent actions can address societal decay?
A Different Perspective
Risk of exclusionary nationalism.
