Quote by Sir Richard Francis Burton

As threshing separates the wheat from the chaff, so does affliction purify virtue.

As threshing separates the wheat from the chaff, so does aff

Summary

This quote draws a parallel between the process of threshing, which separates grain from unwanted elements like chaff, and the impact of affliction on one's virtue. Just as threshing is necessary to obtain valuable wheat, affliction is believed to act as a purifying force, removing impurities and strengthening virtue. The trials and hardships we face are viewed as transformative experiences that challenge and refine our character, ultimately leading to personal growth and a deeper sense of virtue. In this way, affliction is seen as an essential part of the journey towards becoming a better and stronger individual.

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