Quote by Jose Rizal

It is a useless life that is not consecrated to a great ideal. It is like a stone wasted on the field without becoming a part of any edifice.

It is a useless life that is not consecrated to a great idea

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This quote highlights the importance of having a purpose or an ideal in life. Living without a meaningful goal is compared to a stone lying useless in a field, not contributing to anything larger or being a part of something meaningful. It implies that a life devoid of a greater purpose is a wasted one, emphasizing the value of dedicating oneself to a higher cause or goal that brings fulfillment and adds value to the world.

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By Jose Rizal

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