Talent and worth will eventually be recognized, no matter the circumstances. Don't worry if you're overlooked now; your value will show.
This saying is popular in modern China, especially in education and career contexts, encouraging people to focus on self-improvement rather than seeking immediate recognition.
It instills confidence and patience, reminding people that external validation is not the ultimate measure of worth. It also aligns with the Confucian ideal of self-cultivation—if you are truly capable, the world will eventually notice.
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