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The learned person who only talks will never Penetrate to the inner heart of humans.
Idries Shah
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Idries Shah
Age: 72 †
Born: 1924
Born: June 16
Died: 1996
Died: November 23
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If, from time to time, you give up expectation, you will be able to perceive what it is you are getting.
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It is not only a matter of not caring who knows - it is also a matter of knowing who cares.
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The laziness of adolescence is a rehearsal for the incapacity of old age.
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