I count life just a stuff To try the soul's strength on.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Life is a test to see how strong the human spirit is.
- In plain terms
- We live to test how strong our souls are.
- What can you take from it?
- View challenges as opportunities to test your inner strength.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does your soul need to grow?
- How do you test your own strength?
Another view
Life can also be about joy and not just strength tests.
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