Quote by Abraham Lincoln

It is said an eastern monarch once charged his wise men to invent a sentence, to be ever in view, and which should be true and appropriate in all times and situations. They presented him with the words, 'And this, too, shall pass away.' How much it expresses! How chastening in the hour of pride! How consoling in the depths of affliction!

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This quote emphasizes the concept of impermanence. It tells the story of an eastern monarch seeking a timeless sentence that would hold true in any circumstance, and the phrase "And this, too, shall pass away" is presented to him. This powerful statement serves as a reminder of the fleeting nature of both joy and sorrow. It humbles those consumed by pride by reminding them that their achievements are temporary, while providing solace to those going through tough times by assuring them that their suffering will eventually fade.

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