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“Do not pretend - be. Do not promise - act. Do not dream - realize.”

Quote by Mirra Alfassa

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Mirra Alfassa, also known by her pen name Aurobindo Ghose, was an Indian poet, philosopher, and mystic. Born on February 21, 1878, and passing away on November 17, 1973, she is renowned for her profound insights into human evolution, spiritual development, and the life of the soul. more

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