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You have come to earth to entertain and to be entertained.

Paramahansa Yogananda

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Paramahansa Yogananda
Age: 59 †
Born: 1893
Born: January 5
Died: 1952
Died: March 7
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Philosopher
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Yogi
Paramahamsa Yogananda
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Never count your faults. Just see that your love for God is deeply sincere. For God doesn't mind your imperfections: He minds your indifference.
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Remain calm, serene, always in command of yourself. You will then find out how easy it is to get along.
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