This
famous maxim is from Shakespeare’s classic play ” As you like it “. They are
spoken by the duke senior in the forest of Arden.
This
statement contains a profound truth – adversity or difficulty brings the best
in man as he learns to cope with his trials. Man’s real worth is put to test in
adversity. It develops fortitude and courage in him.
Difficulties
are in fact gifts bestowed by god upon man. It during these times that he
realizes what he has missed by keeping himself confined to the life of comfort.
He learns the value of life.
A
student who gives up simple pleasures to focus on his studies comes out in
flying colours. The little joys he has sacrificed yield him abundant happiness.
In times of adversity people discover their true friends as the saying goes ”
Prosperity makes friends and adversity tries them “.
Adversity
trains us to appreciate the lessons of the life. It brings out the innate
qualities of one’s personality, of which one is ignorant. The hardships endured
by Harischandra and Lord Rama brought out the noble qualities in them.
Thus,
adversity does not always symbolize pain or difficulty. If one looks at the
brighter side it actually serves to strengthen character and will power. It
brings to the fore the dormant wisdom of man, for, as the saying goes
‘adversity is a blessing in disguise’.
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