Quote by Golda Meir

We do not rejoice in victories. We rejoice when a new kind of cotton is grown and when strawberries bloom in Israel.

We do not rejoice in victories. We rejoice when a new kind o

Summary

This quote suggests that true joy lies not in personal triumphs or achievements, but in the progress and prosperity of society as a whole. It highlights the significance of innovation and growth, seen through the example of a new type of cotton being grown or the blossoming of strawberries in Israel. Rather than focusing on individual accomplishments, the quote emphasizes the collective success and advancement that brings fulfillment and happiness.

By Golda Meir

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