Effort and hard work lead to prosperity, while laziness leads to decline and poverty. The outcome depends entirely on the person's attitude, not on external conditions.
This is an agricultural proverb reflecting China's farming heritage. It embodies the Confucian and Protestant-like work ethic that values diligence (勤) as a primary virtue.
This saying instills a sense of personal responsibility. It shifts the blame from fate or environment to individual effort, which is a core value in Chinese culture—encouraging self-reliance and hard work.
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