"He who learns must suffer. And even in our sleep pain that cannot forget falls drop by drop upon the heart, and in our own despair, against our will, comes wisdom to us by the awful grace of God"
- Aeschylus
About this Quote
This quote by Aeschylus talks to the idea that suffering is a required part of learning. It suggests that even in our sleep, pain can be felt, and that it is through this pain that knowledge is acquired. The quote suggests that this wisdom is not something we can acquire on our own, but rather it is something that is bestowed upon us by a greater power. This quote speaks to the concept that even in our darkest moments, we can find solace in the understanding that we are being assisted by a greater power. It is through this suffering that we can acquire the wisdom and understanding that will assist us to grow and progress people.
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