Quote by Patrick Henry

I have but one lamp by which my feet are guided, and that is the lamp of experience.

I have but one lamp by which my feet are guided, and that is

Summary

This quote acknowledges that the only reliable guide in life is personal experience. It suggests that rather than relying on external sources or advice, one must navigate their path relying on the knowledge gained through their own past actions and lessons learned. It emphasizes the importance of learning through firsthand experience as the most trustworthy source of guidance.

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Experience

By Patrick Henry

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