No man is born into the world whose work Is not born with him. There is always work, And tools to work withal, for those who will; And blessed are the horny hands of toil.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Everyone has work to do from birth. Those who toil with rough hands are blessed.
- In plain terms
- Everyone has work to do. Working hands are blessed.
- What can you take from it?
- Value the labor and work given to you.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What work are you born to do?
- How do you honor labor?
Another view
Not everyone has access to useful work.
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