Quote by Shmuel Y. Agnon

After all my possessions had been burned, God gave me the wisdom to return to Jerusalem.

After all my possessions had been burned, God gave me the wi

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This quote suggests that despite facing significant loss and adversity, the speaker found solace in their connection with God. It implies that through the immense hardship of losing everything, they were able to gain perspective and inner guidance that led them to return to Jerusalem. It highlights the belief in divine intervention and the understanding that even in moments of despair, there can be a flicker of hope and a renewed sense of purpose.

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