Quote by Anton Chekhov

One must be a god to be able to tell successes from failures without making a mistake.

One must be a god to be able to tell successes from failures

Summary

This quote highlights the immense wisdom and insight required to accurately distinguish between success and failure. It emphasizes the need for a god-like level of perception and judgment to avoid making mistakes in these assessments. It suggests that the ability to discern between successes and failures is not a simple task but rather a highly complex and challenging one, which only a divine being could perform flawlessly. This quote underscores the difficulty faced by individuals in evaluating outcomes and recognizing the true nature of their achievements or setbacks.

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By Anton Chekhov

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