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If money help a man to do good to others, it is of some value but if not, it is simply a mass of evil, and the sooner it
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"If money help a man to do good to others, it is of some value; but if not, it is simply a mass of evil, and the sooner it is got rid of, the better"

- Swami Vivekananda

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This quote by Swami Vivekananda speaks to the power of cash and its capacity for great or evil. He recommends that money can be a force for good if it is used to help others, however if it is not used for this purpose, it is a source of evil. He implies that cash should not be hoarded or used for selfish functions, but should be used to benefit others. He suggests that the earlier cash is used for great, the much better. This quote talks to the importance of using cash for the advantage of others, rather than for personal gain. It also speaks to the power of money and how it can be utilized for either great or wicked. Cash can be an effective tool for great, but it needs to be utilized responsibly and with the intent of helping others.

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India Flag This quote is written / told by Swami Vivekananda between January 12, 1863 and July 4, 1902. He/she was a famous Clergyman from India. The author also have 23 other quotes.

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