A grindstone that had not grit in it, how long would it take to sharpen an ax? And affairs that had not grit in them, how long would they take to make a man?

Summary

This quote suggests that just as a grindstone requires grit to sharpen an ax, our lives require challenges and difficulties to shape us into capable individuals. Without grit, both in tools and in the pursuit of personal growth, progress becomes slow and ineffectual. The quote highlights the importance of facing and overcoming adversity as an essential part of becoming a well-rounded and accomplished person. Only through embracing and persevering through difficult situations can we truly reach our full potential.

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