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My sword I give to him that shall succeed me in my pilgrimage, and my courage and skill to him that can get it
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"My sword I give to him that shall succeed me in my pilgrimage, and my courage and skill to him that can get it"

- John Bunyan

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This quote by John Bunyan talks to the idea of passing on knowledge and experience to the future generation. He is recommending that his courage as well as ability, which he has actually acquired via his very own expedition, ought to be passed on to somebody else that is starting their very own trip. He is providing his sword as a sign of his nerve as well as ability, and is suggesting that it ought to be provided to the following individual who gets on their very own trip. This quote speaks with the idea of passing on wisdom as well as expertise to the future generation, as well as of the importance of having guts as well as skill in order to prosper in life. It is a tip that we should strive to hand down our understanding and experience to those who come after us, so that they can take advantage of our very own journeys.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by John Bunyan between November 28, 1628 and August 31, 1688. He/she was a famous Clergyman from England. The author also have 8 other quotes.

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