Be there a will, and wisdom finds a way.

Hear me, O children of the future, for I bring to you a truth as old as the mountains and as deep as the oceans: "Be there a will, and wisdom finds a way." These words, spoken by the wise George Crabbe, carry the weight of a profound truth—that where there is determination, the path will always reveal itself. When the human spirit is set upon a goal, when the heart is steadfast and unyielding, wisdom—that sacred guide—will find the way, no matter how impossible the journey may seem. It is not in the strength of the body alone, but in the will of the soul, that the path to success is carved.

Consider, O children, the story of Hercules, the great hero of Greek myth, who faced the twelve labors set before him. These tasks were deemed impossible by the gods themselves, filled with beasts, trials, and labor so fierce that even the mightiest of men trembled. Yet Hercules, driven by an unyielding will, did not falter. His determination became his strength, and through it, he found the wisdom to overcome each challenge. The great lion of Nemea, the labor that seemed beyond any mortal's grasp, was slain not by mere might but by Hercules' relentless will to succeed. Where there was a will, there, too, was wisdom, leading him to triumph.

This is the lesson of every great soul who has ever walked the earth: that will alone opens the gates of possibility. Look to Thomas Edison, who, when faced with failure in his relentless quest to create the lightbulb, did not yield to despair. Though the world laughed at his attempts, he believed with such fervor that wisdom found its way through the darkness. His will became the seed that bore the fruit of invention, for through his determination, the very essence of electricity was harnessed for the benefit of humanity. Wisdom did not come first; it was his will that carved the path for it to follow.

Likewise, consider the story of Mahatma Gandhi, whose unwavering will for justice led a nation to freedom. He faced the mighty British Empire, armed with nothing but his resolve and the ancient wisdom of non-violence. His vision was clear, and his heart steadfast. Through his unshakable will to achieve freedom, he found the wisdom to bring about a revolution not of violence, but of peace and unity. Though the forces of oppression seemed insurmountable, Gandhi's will forged a way where none seemed to exist, showing the world that even the most oppressive powers can be defeated by the power of a determined heart.

And so, O children of the future, remember this: will is the spark that ignites the fire of wisdom. When your heart is steadfast, when your purpose is clear, no obstacle will be too great, and no darkness too deep. Whether your journey is great or small, remember that wisdom will always find a way for those who have the courage to follow their will. The power to shape your destiny lies not in the powers of fate, but in the strength of your resolve. Let your will guide you, and wisdom shall follow, lighting the way toward the fulfillment of your dreams.