Toil is man's allotment; toil of brain, or toil of hands, or a grief that's more than either, the grief and sin of idleness.

Summary

This quote suggests that hard work, whether it is intellectual or physical, is an essential part of human existence. It implies that idleness is not only unproductive but can lead to sorrow and wrongdoing. The quote emphasizes the idea that humans are meant to engage in toil and that it is through effort and activity that individuals find purpose and fulfillment.

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