Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.[2]

THE APOSTLE PETER, TO VARIOUS CHURCHES IN ASIA MINOR

The aim of the wise is not to secure pleasure, but to avoid pain.

ARISTOTLE