Quote by Aristotle

One swallow does not make a summer, nor does one day; and so too one day, or a short time, does not make a man blessed and happy.

One swallow does not make a summer, nor does one day; and so

Summary

This quote emphasizes that it takes more than one instance or a brief moment to experience true happiness and fulfillment in life. Just like the presence of one swallow or one sunny day does not indicate the arrival of summer, a single day or a fleeting moment of success does not determine one's overall state of joy and contentment. It suggests that lasting happiness is the result of sustained efforts and consistent positive experiences rather than temporary bursts of good fortune.

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