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English · Latin scriptProverb: Verified

What God will, no frost can kill.

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Meaning: Verified
Meaning and lesson

The saying expresses confidence that what God intends to endure cannot be destroyed by adversity. Frost represents a force that may damage living things, yet is portrayed as powerless against an outcome held to be under divine protection.

It may encourage perseverance when plans or hopes seem vulnerable, as a religious affirmation rather than practical advice about weather or cultivation. It should not be taken to deny real loss, preventable harm, or the need for care.

When it is used

Use it in a religious or devotional setting to console someone after a setback or voice trust in a hope's survival. It may not suit secular audiences or situations requiring practical action, and should not dismiss real losses or preventable harm.

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