Quote by Samuel Smiles

Lost wealth may be replaced by industry, lost knowledge by study, lost health by temperance or medicine, but lost time is gone forever.

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Summary

This quote highlights the irreplaceable nature of time. It suggests that while lost wealth can be regained through hard work, lost knowledge can be acquired through dedicated study, and lost health can be restored through discipline or medical intervention, lost time cannot be recovered. It serves as a reminder that time, once wasted, cannot be redeemed, emphasizing the importance of making the most of our time by utilizing it wisely and thoughtfully.

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By Samuel Smiles

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