Behind a frowning providence He hides a smiling face.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Behind a grim fate, a hidden kindness exists.
- In plain terms
- Even sorrow hides a smile.
- What can you take from it?
- Look for hidden kindness in hardship.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do we recognize hidden kindness?
- What does 'frowning providence' imply?
Another view
Interpretation can vary widely.
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