Quote by Edwin Hubbell Chapin

Tribulation will not hurt you, unless as it too often does; it hardens you and makes you sour, narrow and skeptical.

Tribulation will not hurt you, unless as it too often does;

Summary

This quote suggests that tribulations, or hardships, in life do not inherently bring harm to an individual. Instead, it is the way one reacts to these challenges that can be detrimental. The quote warns against allowing tribulations to harden one's heart, leading to a sour and skeptical outlook on life. The implication is that while difficult experiences are inevitable, it is important to maintain a positive perspective and mindset in order to navigate through them without becoming bitter or closed-minded.

Topics

Adversity

By Edwin Hubbell Chapin

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