Speak the truth, do not yield to anger; give, if thou art asked for little; by these three steps thou wilt go near the gods.
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It's only in winter that the pine and cypress are known to be evergreens.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Evergreens are recognized for their resilience in harsh conditions.
This quote by Confucius suggests that true strength and perseverance are often revealed during difficult times. Just as pine and cypress trees maintain their green foliage during winter, individuals show their true character and strength in challenging situations.
Themes
EvergreenStrengthResilienceCharacterNature
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about overcoming adversity.
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