“All urgent calls he shall hear at once, but never put off; for when postponed, they will prove too hard or imp…” — Chanakya · The Inspired Sage

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All urgent calls he shall hear at once, but never put off; for when postponed, they will prove too hard or impossible to accomplish.

— Chanakya

Indian philosopher and statesman

Arthashastra, Book I : "Concerning Discipline" Chapter 19

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Attributed to: Chanakya
Source: Arthashastra, Book I : "Concerning Discipline" Chapter 19
Culture / tradition: Indian
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