Quote by Samuel G. Goodrich

Perseverance gives power to weakness, and opens to poverty the world's wealth. It spreads fertility over the barren landscape, and buds the choicest flowers and fruits spring up and flourish in the desert abode of thorns and briars.

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Summary

This quote emphasizes the transformative power of perseverance. It suggests that perseverance can strengthen and empower those who are weak or facing difficulties. It also implies that perseverance can unlock the potential for abundance and success in situations of poverty or scarcity. Just like how perseverance can make barren landscapes fertile and bring forth beautiful flowers and fruits in inhospitable environments, it suggests that persistence and determination can bring about positive change and growth even in the most challenging circumstances.

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Persistence

By Samuel G. Goodrich

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