He that will learn to pray, let him go to sea
What is the meaning of the idiom:
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Are there multiple interpretations to it also?
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Are there multiple interpretations to it also?
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Ramani AswathIt is possible that in the 16th century when this was written ships were sailing ones without power and at the mercy of the winds. One had to be intrepid to undertake a sea voyage. Hence the need to invoke God's help.
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pratap singh, upendra
does it mean that those who are overconfident , should be sent to the sea (real life) so that they can face the real challenges in life. Actually that is what I can figure out from your explanation. Am I right?A.V.RamaniIt is possible that in the 16th century when this was written ships were sailing ones without power and at the mercy of the winds. One had to be intrepid to undertake a sea voyage. Hence the need to invoke God's help. -
Ramani Aswath
Not quite that. What I meant was that sea faring was a dangerous activity and hence the need for prayer. The author seems by implication to be warning people embarking on any dangerous activity.proffyAm I right? -
pratap singh, upendra
thanks.... it got itA.V.RamaniNot quite that. What I meant was that sea faring was a dangerous activity and hence the need for prayer. The author seems by implication to be warning people embarking on any dangerous activity.
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