Quote by William Ewart Gladstone

No man ever became great or good except through many and great mistakes.

No man ever became great or good except through many and gre

Summary

This quote suggests that greatness and goodness are not achieved without making numerous mistakes along the way. It implies that it is inevitable for individuals to experience failures and errors as they strive for success and moral development. Through these learning experiences, one can grow and accumulate wisdom, ultimately leading to becoming great or good. It emphasizes the importance of learning from one's mistakes and seeing them as stepping stones towards personal growth and achieving greatness or goodness.

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By William Ewart Gladstone

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