The fruit that you eat will never taste as beautiful as the fruit that I ate during the turmoil of war. You will never cherish it as much as I do.
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Vision is perhaps our greatest strength.. it has kept us alive to the power and continuity of thought through the centuries, it makes us peer into the future and lends shape to the unknown.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Vision allows us to understand our past and navigate our future, shaping the unknown.
In this quote, Li Ka-Shing emphasizes the significance of vision as a fundamental strength of humanity. It speaks to our ability to reflect on the past and imagine the future, suggesting that this forward-thinking perspective is essential for survival and progress. Vision not only keeps us connected to historical wisdom but also empowers us to shape our destinies and confront uncertainty with confidence.
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VisionStrengthFutureThoughtUnknown
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to inspire creativity and forward-thinking.
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