This goin' ware glory waits ye haint one agreeable feetur.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Pursuing glory can be painful and not enjoyable.
- In plain terms
- Chasing glory hurts and is not fun.
- What can you take from it?
- We glory without expecting ease.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is glory worth the cost?
- What do you seek?
Another view
The glory achieved can bring satisfaction that outweighs pain.
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