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What does it mean?
Hope, truth, and love endure even when hidden or rejected.
In plain terms
Hope and truth never truly die.
What can you take from it?
Trust in enduring values during hard times.

Where it applies

  • hardship
  • personal struggle
  • conflict

Putting it to work

  • finding strength
  • offering comfort
  • belief

Questions to consider

  • What values sustain you?

Another view

People may lose hope temporarily.

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