And in our own time the lives of such men as Clarkson and Granville Sharpe, Father Mathew and Richard Cobden, inspired by singleness of purpose, have shown what highminded social antagonism can effect.
It is the strong and courageous men who lead and guide and rule the world.

The weak and timid leave no trace behind them; whilst the life of a single upright and energetic man is like a track of light.

His example is remembered and appealed to; and his thoughts, his spirit, and his courage continue to be the inspiration of succeeding generations.
It is energy--the central element of which is will--that produces the miracles of enthusiasm in all ages.

Everywhere it is the mainspring of what is called force of character, and the sustaining power of all great action.

In a righteous cause the determined man stands upon his courage as upon a granite block; and, like David, he will go forth to meet Goliath, strong in heart though an host be encamped against him.
Men often conquer difficulties because they feel they can.