Strength Quotes

Not just muscle and might, but the inner resolve that carries people through impossible situations.

31459 quotes

"True strength is measured by our capacity to forgive."
Georges Danton
C
"To forgive is not weakness, but the strength of the truly enlightened."
Camille Desmoulins
C
"The strength of a movement lies in its moral clarity."
Camille Desmoulins
B
"In moments of weakness, we discover who we truly are."
Benedict Arnold
B
"A man divided against himself cannot stand, nor should he."
Benedict Arnold
B
"A moment of weakness can cost a lifetime of respect."
Benedict Arnold
J
"True strength lies not in the sword, but in the unity of the people."
Jean-Paul Marat
M
"I have never been afraid to fight for what I believe to be right and just."
Marquis de Lafayette
M
"The true greatness of a nation is measured not by its armies but by its wisdom and virtue."
Marquis de Lafayette
M
"I have always held that a volunteer is worth two conscripts."
Marquis de Lafayette
M
"I have found that the greatest strength lies in the unity of purpose among free people."
Marquis de Lafayette
M
"I have always held that the most powerful force in the world is the united will of free people."
Marquis de Lafayette
P
"They tell us that we are weak; unable to cope with so formidable an adversary."
Patrick Henry
P
"Shall we gather strength by irresolution and inaction?"
Patrick Henry
P
"Our strength lies in our unity and resolve."
Patrick Henry
P
"We must defend our rights with all our might and determination."
Patrick Henry
"The strength of a nation lies in those willing to ride through the night for it."
Paul Revere
"The path of least resistance leads to the chains of servitude."
Paul Revere
"To place safety above principle is to place yourself below your own potential."
Paul Revere
J
"An efficient militia is authorized and contemplated by the Constitution."
James Madison
J
"A free people ought not only to be armed but disciplined."
James Madison
J
"Armies in the field and navies at sea are the chief support of the public liberty."
James Madison
J
"The firmest foundations of stability rest on the virtue of the people."
James Madison
S
"A free people ought not only to be armed and disciplined, but they should have sufficient arms and ammunition to maintain a status of independence."
Samuel Adams
S
"The attainment of our object is only to be effected by means of an unwavering and firm union."
Samuel Adams
S
"Let him reflect that a free people can never be subdued but by the sword."
Samuel Adams
M
"A man who will not stand for something will fall for anything."
Marquis de Lafayette
M
"I believe that the greatest strength lies in the ability to forgive."
Marquis de Lafayette
M
"I have learned that true strength comes from vulnerability and honesty."
Marquis de Lafayette
B
"I have come to understand that the greatest fortress is not built of stone, but of integrity."
Benedict Arnold