You shall have joy, or you shall have power, said God; you shall not have both.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- One may choose joy or power but not both simultaneously according to the divine statement.
- In plain terms
- Choose between joy and power not both.
- What can you take from it?
- Accept that joy and power may require different paths.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Which do you prioritize?
- Can you find joy in power?
Another view
Some people find ways to have both joy and power.
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