Fire has always been and, seemingly, will always remain, the most terrible of the elements.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Fire is described as the most dangerous and terrifying of all natural elements.
- In plain terms
- Fire is the worst element.
- What can you take from it?
- Respect natural forces like fire.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What natural force scares you most?
- How do you manage risk?
Another view
Other elements like water can also be deadly.
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