Quote by Stefan Zweig

Only the person who has experienced light and darkness, war and peace, rise and fall, only that person has truly experienced life.

Only the person who has experienced light and darkness, war

Summary

This quote implies that true understanding and appreciation of life can only come from experiencing the diverse aspects it encompasses. It suggests that individuals who have encountered both positive and negative, contrasting situations such as light and darkness, war and peace, as well as periods of success and failure, are the ones with a genuine understanding of life's complexities. By going through these extremes, one gains wisdom, resilience, and a deeper comprehension of the human condition, enabling them to embrace life in its entirety.

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Peace

By Stefan Zweig

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