It is far. But there is no journey upon this earth that a man may not make if he sets his heart to it. There is nothing, Umbopa, that he cannot do, there are no mountains he may not climb, there are no deserts he cannot cross; save a mountain and a a desert of which you are spared the knowledge, if love leads him and he holds his life in his hand counting it as nothing, ready to keep it or to lose it as Providence may order.

Summary

This quote emphasizes that with determination, courage, and love as driving forces, there are no obstacles that a person cannot overcome. It suggests that individuals have the capacity to achieve great things, such as climbing mountains and crossing deserts, as long as they are committed and willing to face any challenges along the way. The message also speaks to the concept of surrendering oneself to fate and being willing to sacrifice for a greater purpose, leaving one's life in the hands of Providence.

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