Psychology Quote by Swami Vivekananda
““The sages of the world have only the right to tell us that they have analysed their minds and have found these facts, and if we do the same we shall also believe, and not before.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Parliament of Religions, Chicago, 1893
The sages claim authority only after personal mental analysis; others must similarly examine their minds to accept truths.
In simple terms: Sages must first understand themselves before teaching.
Key Takeaway
Examine your own thoughts before accepting beliefs.
Themes
self‑knowledge
authority
critical thinking
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- academic study
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify a sage’s self‑analysis?
- What methods help you analyze your own mind?
A Different Perspective
The claim assumes all sages are equally rigorous in self‑analysis.
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