Quote by Henry Fielding

He that can heroically endure adversity will bear prosperity with equal greatest of the soul; for the mind that cannot be dejected by the former is not likely to be transported without the latter.

He that can heroically endure adversity will bear prosperity

Summary

This quote suggests that a person who can endure and overcome adversity with courage and strength will also be able to handle prosperity in a composed and balanced manner. The quote implies that if one can maintain a resilient mindset and not be disheartened by difficult circumstances, they are less likely to become overly excited or carried away by success. It stresses the importance of having a strong and stable mind that remains steady and unaffected by both challenging and favorable situations.

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Adversity

By Henry Fielding

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