This means every family has its own troubles and difficulties that outsiders cannot fully understand. It encourages empathy and discourages envy or judgment of others' lives.
The metaphor of a 'scripture' (经) comes from Buddhist chanting, which requires effort and devotion. Each family's 'scripture' is its unique set of challenges that must be endured.
This saying normalizes hardship and reduces the pressure to appear perfect. It signals that struggle is universal, fostering compassion rather than comparison.
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