Found Quote by Christopher Columbus
“Stood off and on during the night, determining not to come to anchor till morning, fearing to meet with shoals; continued our course in the morning; and as the island was found to be six or seven leagues distant, and the tide was against us, it was noon when we arrived there.”
About This Quote
Source Diary entry, 1492, Voyage of the Santa María
The crew hesitated at night, fearing hidden dangers, but persisted and reached the island despite adverse tides and distance.
In simple terms: Persevere through fear.
Key Takeaway
Keep moving toward goals.
Themes
exploration
courage
determination
Mood
historical
adventurous
Type
exploratory
motivational
When to use this quote
- maritime voyages
- expeditions
- leadership challenges
Key Concepts
navigation
risk assessment
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are you willing to face?
- How do you balance caution with ambition?
A Different Perspective
Unforeseen obstacles may still arise.
