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Buddha

I do not believe in a fate that falls on men however they act but I do believe in a fate that falls on them unless they act.

Buddha

Men

Understanding this quote AI Analysis

Buddha is saying that people are not doomed to a fixed destiny regardless of their choices, but rather, they will face consequences if they fail to take action. In other words, fate is shaped by whether or not individuals make efforts to change their circumstances.

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