"The lyf so short the craft so long to lerne"
Simplified meaning
Life is brief, but it takes a long time to truly master any skill. Think of a musician wanting to be great at playing the piano. They have only a limited number of years to live, but learning to play beautifully can take many, many years of practice. This means you need patience, dedication, and time to get really good at something, whether it's painting, cooking, or a sport. It's a reminder to start learning and practicing as soon as you can because life is too short to wait. If you want to be really good at something, you should make the most of the time you have.
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