"Wisdom and penetration are the fruit of experience, not the lessons of retirement and leisure. Great necessities call out great virtues"
- Abigail Adams
About this Quote
In this quote, Abigail Adams stresses the significance of experience in gaining wisdom and insight. She recommends that true understanding and discernment come from actively participating in life and facing obstacles, rather than simply retreating into a life of ease and comfort. Adams likewise highlights the concept that tough circumstances can draw out the best in people, as they are forced to use their self-confidence and virtues. This quote functions as a suggestion that true growth and development come from actively living and finding out, instead of passively observing or avoiding obstacles.
This quote is written / told by Abigail Adams between December 22, 1744 and October 28, 1818. She was a famous First Lady from USA.
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