Prevail Quotes

418 quotes by 319 authors

Considering the natural lust for power so inherent in man, I fear the thirst of power will prevail to oppress the people. — George Mason
If we keep our little flame alive, our first feeling of enthusiasm of who we are, without the influence or intervention of others, we will… — Patti Smith
Reality will always prevail so why help it? Be an idealist and see what happens. — Simon Sinek
Although scientists can often be as resistant to new ideas as anyone, the process of science ensures that, over time, good ideas and theories prevail. — Dean Ornish
Why should you row a boat race? Why endure the long months of pain in preparation for a fierce half hour that will leave you… — Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.
We respect opposition to any position or policy. But we believe that the opinion that should prevail and be respected is that of the majority. — King Hussein I
The fundamental principle of our constitution ... enjoins the sense of command, duty that the will of the majority shall prevail. — George Washington
It is in the interest of tyrants to reduce the people to ignorance and vice. For they cannot live in any country where virtue and… — Samuel Adams
Before you touch anybody you have to make sure that you are as pure as possible. If you don't purify yourself of all the inner… — Harbhajan Singh Yogi
Fear not little flock; do good; let earth and hell combine against you, for if ye are built upon my rock, they cannot prevail. .… — Dallin H. Oaks
A wise man will not leave the right to the mercy of chance, nor wish it to prevail through the power of the majority. — Henry David Thoreau
Brothers and sisters of Egypt, you have given the world the most precious gift: the belief that ultimately right will prevail. — Desmond Tutu
What is at a peak is certain to decline. He who shows his hand will surely be defeated. He who can prevail in battle by… — Cao Cao
Although violence and the use of force may appear powerful and decisive, their benefits are short-lived. Violence can never bring a lasting and long term… — Dalai Lama
Ignorance, poverty, and greed must disappear so that light can prevail in all places. — Helen Keller
In spite of despair, hope must exist. In spite of suffering, humanity must prevail. And in spite of all the differences in the world, the… — Elie Wiesel
Easter says to us that despite everything to the contrary, his will for us will prevail, love will prevail over hate, justice over injustice and… — Desmond Tutu
Does what's happened keep you from acting with justice, generosity, self-control, sanity, prudence, honesty, humility, straightforward ness, and all other qualities that allow a person's… — Marcus Aurelius
Like writing, running is so much about mind over matter. There are times when you have to override the discomfort and keep pushing. That capacity… — Susan Orlean
Love may fail, but #â€Ž courtesy will prevail. — Kurt Vonnegut

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