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The tallest Trees are most in the Power of the Winds, and Ambitious Men of the Blasts of Fortune
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"The tallest Trees are most in the Power of the Winds, and Ambitious Men of the Blasts of Fortune"

- William Penn

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This quote by William Penn is a suggestion that no matter how effective or effective somebody may be, they are still vulnerable to the whims of fate. The highest trees are the most susceptible to the power of the wind, and likewise, ambitious men are at the mercy of the blasts of fortune. This indicates that no matter how hard somebody works to accomplish their goals, they can still be thwarted by unanticipated occasions. Penn's quote acts as an alerting to be simple and to accept that life is unforeseeable. It likewise motivates us to be prepared for the unexpected and to be durable in the face of adversity. Ultimately, Penn's quote reminds us that no matter how powerful or effective we might be, we are still susceptible to the winds of fate.

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William Penn This quote is written / told by William Penn between October 14, 1644 and July 30, 1718. He was a famous Leader from England. The author also have 41 other quotes.

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