Quote by John Keats

A proverb is not a proverb to you until life has illustrated it.

A proverb is not a proverb to you until life has illustrated

Summary

This quote suggests that a proverb holds no true meaning or relevance until one has experienced or witnessed its truth in their own life. Simply hearing or reading a proverb does not make it truly understood or valued until it aligns with personal experiences. It implies that the wisdom and lessons conveyed in proverbs are realized and appreciated only when they are proven in the realm of one's own journey and life experiences.

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Proverbial Wisdom

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