Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson

Sooner or later everyone sits down to a banquet of consequences.

Sooner or later everyone sits down to a banquet of consequen

Summary

This quote suggests that eventually, every person will have to face and experience the outcomes and repercussions of their actions or decisions. It emphasizes that no one can escape the consequences of their choices, and they must confront and deal with them. Just like one cannot avoid eating a meal that has been prepared for them, everyone must confront the results of their own actions, whether they are positive or negative. It serves as a reminder to take responsibility for one's actions as the consequences are inevitable and cannot be avoided indefinitely.

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By Robert Louis Stevenson

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