Dreams Quote by Edgar Allan Poe
“The ninety and nine are with dreams, content but the hope of the world made new, is the hundredth man who is grimly bent on making those dreams come true.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Dreamer’s Promise”, 1845
Most people dream, but a single determined individual works to realize those dreams, renewing hope for all.
In simple terms: One determined person can inspire many.
Key Takeaway
Act on dreams despite odds.
Themes
determination
hope
leadership
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
Type
social
philosophical
When to use this quote
- community projects
- entrepreneurship
- activism
- personal goals
Key Concepts
philosophy
social change
Questions to Reflect On
- Who inspires you to act?
- How can you become that determined individual?
A Different Perspective
One person alone cannot change everything.
