Admire and adore the Author of the telescopic universe, love and esteem the work, do all in your power to lessen ill, and increase good, but never assume to comprehend.
John AdamsRead
You will think me transported with Enthusiasm but I am not. — I am well aware of the Toil and Blood and Treasure, that it will cost Us to maintain this Declaration, and support and defend these States. — Yet through all the Gloom I can see the Rays of ravishing Light and Glory. I can see that the End is more than worth all the Means. And that Posterity will tryumph in that Days Transaction, even altho We should rue it, which I trust in God We shall not.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses the struggles and sacrifices needed for a noble cause, emphasizing hope for a better future despite current hardships.
In this quote, John Adams reflects on the significant challenges, including toil and sacrifice, that come with upholding a noble declaration for the sake of future generations. He acknowledges the difficulties ahead but conveys a sense of hope, asserting that the potential glory and benefits for posterity outweigh the current sacrifices. This conveys a mindset of perseverance and bravery in the face of adversity.
Themes
SacrificeCourageHopeStruggleFuture
In practice
Example use cases
A motivational speech on perseverance in difficult times.
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