The small wisdom is like water in a glass: clear, transparent, pure. The great wisdom is like the water in the sea: dark, mysterious, impenetrable.
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Let me not beg for the stilling of my pain but for the heart to conquer it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses the desire for strength and resilience to face pain rather than seeking to escape it.
In this quote, Rabindranath Tagore highlights the importance of cultivating inner strength and bravery in the face of suffering. Instead of asking for our difficulties to be removed, we should strive to develop the emotional and mental fortitude needed to overcome them, transforming our challenges into opportunities for growth and resilience.
Themes
PainStrengthConquerResilienceCourage
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be shared during a motivational speech about overcoming life's challenges.
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