The Alchemist (Coelho)

Where and in what chapter is an analogy and reference made to 'beginners luck'?

Eg when starting something eg sales at the crystal shop, when initial sales are made quickly, is it referred to as beginners luck. And what is the moral that is relayed by Coelho

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The quote goes,

“Every search begins with beginner’s luck. And every search ends with the victor’s being severely tested.”

The Alchemist says this to Santiago just before the two part ways at the end of the book. Basically he says although things might begin to go well in a personal quest, any worthwhile search must tax the body and soul.