Quote by Thomas a Kempis

All men commend patience, although few are willing to practice it.

All men commend patience, although few are willing to practi

Summary

This quote suggests that while many people understand the importance of patience, only a minority actually embody this virtue in their actions. It implies a discrepancy between people's acknowledgment of patience's virtues and their willingness to adopt it as a practice in their own lives. The quote implies that patience is something that is universally admired and viewed as commendable, but it also sheds light on the challenges that individuals face in exercising patience consistently.

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