Justice prevails over transgression when she comes to the end of the race.
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It will not always be summer: build barns.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Prepare for difficult times when things are good.
The quote suggests that one should take advantage of prosperous and favorable times to prepare for future difficulties. It is a reminder that seasons change and that being proactive in preparing for inevitable hardships ensures resilience and stability when challenges arise.
Themes
PreparationHardshipResilienceWisdomPlanning
In practice
Example use cases
During a financial seminar, I used the quote to illustrate the importance of saving.
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