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The race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favor to men of skill; but time and chance happeneth to them all. Ecclesiastes 9:11

The race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong,

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This quote from the book of Ecclesiastes suggests that success or favorable outcomes in life are not solely determined by an individual's inherent abilities or qualifications. Instead, it emphasizes the role of timing and luck in shaping the course of events. It implies that even the most skilled or capable individuals are subject to the unpredictable nature of life, where opportunities, victories, and rewards can be granted to anyone irrespective of their existing advantages.

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