When I was a small boy I often went to the woods to lie on the grass in the shade. Somehow I had come to believe the earth could give me wisdom, but it did not. Yet I learned a little about animals and learned it is not always brave to make a stand. It is often foolish. There is a time for courage and a time for flight.

Summary

This quote reflects the author's childhood experience of seeking wisdom from nature but realizing that the earth alone cannot impart knowledge. However, the author learned an important lesson about bravery and understanding that taking a stand is not always the courageous choice. They recognized that sometimes it is wiser to retreat or flee rather than recklessly confront a situation. It highlights the notion that there is a suitable time for both bravery and flight depending on the circumstances at hand.

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