proverb · Words worth keeping
Of sufferance comes ease.
Of sufferance comes ease.
Understand the thought
Meaning in plain English
Bearing a temporary difficulty can sometimes lead to relief. The saying values endurance while leaving open whether tolerating the situation is actually helpful.
Example
A group patiently works through a short, agreed interruption while keeping a plan for restoring normal access.
Deeper explanation and when to use it
Sufferance is connected with ease as though the burden may pass if endured. This can encourage patience during a manageable, limited inconvenience. It must not require acceptance of abuse, danger or an avoidable injustice. A careful reading asks what waiting accomplishes, how long it is reasonable and what action or support could improve the situation.
When to use it
Use it when a bounded difficulty can reasonably be borne while it is resolved.
Keep in mind
Endurance does not guarantee relief or excuse ongoing harm.
An interpretation of the words, not a claim about their earliest origin.
Attribution & collection notes
- Author or tradition
- Traditional
Attribution: traditional - Country attributed
- Not established
A country attribution does not establish the earliest origin. - Historical period
- Date unknown
- Culture
- English