Quote by H. G. Bohn

He preacheth patience that never knew pain.

He preacheth patience that never knew pain.

Summary

This quote suggests that true understanding and preaching of patience come from experiencing pain and hardship firsthand. It implies that only those who have gone through difficult situations can truly empathize with others and offer genuine advice on patience. In other words, the speaker argues that someone who has never experienced pain cannot fully comprehend the significance of patience or effectively impart its value to others.

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Patience

By H. G. Bohn

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