If a man look sharply and attentively, he shall see Fortune; for though she is blind, she is not invisible.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- If you pay close attention, you can detect the influence of fortune even though it is unpredictable.
- In plain terms
- Look carefully to see where luck plays a role.
- What can you take from it?
- Stay alert to chance in outcomes.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How much is luck really?
- What signs show fortune?
Another view
Fortune may remain invisible despite attention.
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