There is one kind of robber whom the law does not strike at, and who steals what is most precious to men: time.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Time is the most valuable thing stolen by unnoticed thieves.
- In plain terms
- A lawless robber steals time which is our most precious asset.
- What can you take from it?
- Protect your time as it is easily stolen and most valuable.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What steals your time most often?
- How do you value your time?
Another view
Not all loss of time is theft.
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