I have brought myself, by long meditation, to the…
“I have brought myself, by long meditation, to the conviction that a human being with a settled purpose must accomplish it, and that nothing can resist a will which will stake even existence upon its fulfillment.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A determined purpose, reinforced by deep reflection, can overcome any obstacle, even at great personal cost.
In simple terms: Strong purpose can overcome any obstacle.
Cultivate purpose through meditation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career ambition
- personal challenges
- social reform
- creative projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What purpose drives you most?
- Are you willing to risk everything for it?
It may ignore ethical limits or personal health.