“Oh, God of Dust and Rainbows, help us to see that without the dust the rainbow would not be”
— Langston Hughes
Simplified Meaning:
It's important to understand that sometimes difficult or unpleasant experiences are necessary to create something beautiful. Imagine a rainbow—it only appears when there is both sunshine and rain. In real life, this means that our struggles and challenges (the dust) can lead to wonderful outcomes (the rainbow). For example, consider a student studying hard for exams. The process may be stressful and tiring, but the knowledge and success they achieve in the end are worth it. Similarly, a gardener must get their hands dirty planting seeds (the dust) before they can enjoy the beautiful flowers that grow (the rainbow). This idea teaches us to appreciate and accept the tough times because they are often the groundwork for something great in the future. Instead of feeling frustrated when things get hard, we should remember that these challenges are often necessary steps to reach our dreams and happiness.