You do not lose your value or preciousness when you grow to be a adult. You are still that miraculous creation. You must work, we must all work, to make the world worthy of its children.
Interpretation
Value and worth remain constant regardless of age; our efforts shape the world's value for future generations.
This quote emphasizes that a person's intrinsic value does not diminish with age. Instead, it calls for collective responsibility to create a world that honors and nurtures the potential of every individual, especially the younger generations, as they are the future of humanity.
In practice
In a speech about education, one might use this quote to highlight the importance of nurturing youth.
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