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Who hath not known ill fortune, never knew himself, or his own virtue
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"Who hath not known ill fortune, never knew himself, or his own virtue"

- David Mallet

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This quote by David Mallet speaks to the concept that adversity is an important part of life and can be used to assist us comprehend ourselves and our own strengths. It suggests that without experiencing misfortune, we can not really comprehend our own capabilities and virtues. It suggests that it is only through facing tough times that we can learn to value our own durability and guts. It is only through experiencing challenge that we can learn to acknowledge our own inner strength and establish a greater appreciation for our own virtues. Simply put, it is only through facing adversity that we can genuinely understand ourselves and our own capabilities. This quote encourages us to welcome our struggles and use them as an opportunity to read more about ourselves and our own strengths.

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Scotland Flag This quote is written / told by David Mallet. He/she was a famous Dramatist from Scotland. The author also have 6 other quotes.

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