By trying we can easily learn
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By trying we can easily learn to endure adversity.
Another man's, I mean.
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Meaning
This quote means people often claim strength in facing hardship when the hardship belongs to someone else. Sympathy is easier than suffering.
About Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens, was an American author and humorist known for classics like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His quotes often reflect wit, social critique, and human insight. Twain inspires writers, readers, and social thinkers to explore human nature, challenge conventions, and communicate ideas with humor and intelligence.
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