Quote by Confucius

Man who stand on hill with mouth open will wait long time for roast duck to drop in.

Man who stand on hill with mouth open will wait long time fo

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of taking action and putting in effort in order to achieve one's goals. Simply waiting for good things to come without any proactive steps is futile. Waiting with an open mouth implies passivity, hoping for opportunities to come by chance or luck. The quote suggests that if one wants to succeed or receive rewards, they must actively pursue them, rather than passively waiting for them to come. The idiom points towards the need for initiative, perseverance, and hard work in order to achieve desired outcomes.

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