This is an inspiring proverb giving the message that continuous effort and consistency on a particular work brings success. A stone that is constantly rolling cannot gather any moss, while a stone that remains lying in one place will gather moss in course of time. In the same way, a man who like a rolling stone, constantly changes his opinions, occupations and pursuits and does not settle down long at any particular work, achieves little or no success in life. In long run he comes a cropper and rues the day. He simply dissipates his energies and struggles throughout his life. He never becomes happy and satisfied. Success never knocks at his door as it requires long lasting devotion to a work. It takes years of hard and persistent toil and sweating to taste the ripen sweet fruit of success. Hence, any great work or success does not come in the twinkling of an eye. Those who stand firm and bold and are dedicated to a particular work and enjoy their work, they are crowned with success. Therefore, it is rightly said that ‘A rolling stone gathers no moss’.