Quote by Bernard M. Martin

To most people loneliness is a doom. Yet loneliness is the very thing which God has chosen to be one of the schools of training for His very own. It is the fire that sheds the dross and reveals the gold.


To most people loneliness is a doom. Yet loneliness is the v

Summary

This quote suggests that while loneliness is often perceived as a negative experience, it is actually a deliberate choice made by God as a means of personal growth. It is compared to a school of training, in which individuals undergo a refining process. Loneliness is portrayed as a metaphorical fire, removing impurities (dross) and revealing one's true inner worth (gold). The quote implies that through periods of solitude, individuals can gain valuable self-awareness and deeper connections with themselves and a higher power.

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Loneliness
By Bernard M. Martin
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