Quote by George Vaillant
Our lives are like the talents in the parable of the three stewards. It is something that has been given to us for the time being and we have the opportunity and privilege of doing our best with this precious gift.
Summary
This quote uses the parable of the three stewards to depict the concept of life. It compares our lives to the talents given to each steward in the parable. The quote suggests that life is a temporary gift bestowed upon us, presenting us with the chance to make the most of it. Just as the stewards were expected to utilize and multiply their talents, we too have the responsibility and privilege to make the most of our lives in the time we have, by using our abilities and potential to the best of our abilities.