Accomplish Quote by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
“Patience; accomplish thy labor; accomplish thy work of affection! Sorrow and silence are strong, and patient endurance is godlike. Therefore accomplish thy labor of love, till the heart is made godlike, Purified, strengthened, perfected, and rendered more worthy of heaven.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Song of Hiawatha", 1855
Patience transforms labor of love into a divine, purified state, strengthening the heart toward heaven.
In simple terms: Patience makes love’s work divine.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate patient endurance.
Themes
patience
love
spiritual growth
self‑improvement
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- spiritual practice
- creative projects
- overcoming adversity
Key Concepts
divine transformation
inner purification
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice patience in daily tasks?
- What does “godlike” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Patience alone cannot guarantee success without action.
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