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It is man who, through his thoughts and actions, creates turmoil and disintegration in the natural, harmonious unity of the world.

Mata Amritanandamayi

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Mata Amritanandamayi
Age: 71
Born: 1953
Born: September 27
Guru
Religious Leader
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Men
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