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Achievement Quote by William Penn

“Neither great nor good things were ever attained without loss and hardships. Those that would reap and not labour, must faint with the wind, and perish in disappointments; but an hair of my head shall not fall, without the providence of my Father that is over all.” quote by William Penn
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“Neither great nor good things were ever attained without loss and hardships. Those that would reap and not labour, must faint with the wind, and perish in disappointments; but an hair of my head shall not fall, without the providence of my Father that is over all.”

William Penn

About This Quote

Source Treatise: "Some Fruits of Solitude", 1682

Hardship is necessary for true achievement; divine providence protects the diligent.

In simple terms: Hard work and faith yield success.

Key Takeaway

Embrace challenges with trust.

Themes

perseverance faith hardship divine providence

Mood

solemn hopeful

Type

religious inspirational

When to use this quote

  • business ventures
  • personal trials
  • spiritual growth

Key Concepts

theology resilience moral philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What hardships have shaped you?
  • How do you discern providence from chance?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on divine control may diminish personal agency.

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