Quotation by

William Golding

He who rides the sea of the Nile must have sails woven of patience.

Patience

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Navigating the unpredictable and often challenging conditions of the Nile requires a great deal of endurance and calm waiting. Success in such a situation depends on being able to tolerate delays and difficulties without frustration.

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