Permanence, perseverance and persistence in spite of all obstacles, discouragements, and impossibilities: It is this, that in all things distinguishes the strong soul from the weak. Posted by Quotes from Around & About • Profile • 05/15/18 at 12:30PM • Share Quotes • See more by Between the Lines Thomas Carlyle - (1795 - 1881) Scottish philosopher, satirical writer, essayist, historian, mathematician, and teacher. Like Icon 11 Login to Comment Profile Share This Post