Can I have quotations about perseverance?

Answer by  Christian9247 (5042)

A couple stand out: "When you come to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on. ~Franklin D. Roosevelt" and "The difference between perseverance and obstinacy is that one comes from a strong will, and the other from a strong won't. ~Henry Ward Beecher" These are probably the best!

Answer by  Dean (4035)

One of the most popular and well-known quotes about perserverence is one by Winston Churchill: "Never, never, never quit." Another one, attributed to "anonymous," is "The road to success is dotted with many tempting parking places."

Answer by  Greg2437 (6)

Thomas Jefferson is known for his perseverance. His work ethic was amazing. For example, He famously said "I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work" when asked about his difficulties in producing the light bulb. This attitude lead him to invent not only the light bulb but several other key inventions.

Answer by  patti (29325)

Winston Churchill, 29 October 1941, after the Blitz, addressing the Harrow School: "Never give in. Never give in. Never, never, never, never -- in nothing, great or small, large or petty -- never give in, except to convictions of honour and good sense.?

Answer by  Bess2728 (682)

A few quotations on perseverance from some well-known Americans. "The difference between perseverance and obstinacy is that one comes from a strong will, and the other from a strong won't." Henry Ward Beecher "Age wrinkles the body. Quitting wrinkles the soul." Gen. Douglas MacArthur 'Energy and persistence conquer all things.' Benjamin Franklin 'Man is not made for defeat.' -Ernest Hemingway