Tadao Ando Quotes

We're going to be OK because of the American people. They have more grit, determination and courage than you can imagine.

We didn't crumble after 9/11. We didn't falter after the Boston Marathon. But we're America. Americans will never, ever stand down. We endure. We overcome. We own the finish line.

If you put us in a difficult corner, we will stand our ground - that is the kind of country we are.

The resilience, tenacity and zeal of our valiant air warriors is a source of pride for every Indian.

I feel the American people are resilient.

The bravest person I've ever met was a young boy going through massive amounts of treatment for a very rare, complex and unpleasant disease. I last saw him at a Discworld convention, where he chose to take part in a game as an assassin. He died not long afterwards, and I wish I had his fortitude and sense of style.

We are telling the American people to have patience, courage, resolve and determination.

It is the mainspring of life, courage. And courage has many faces.

The resolve of our great nation is being tested. But make no mistake, we will show the world that we will pass the test.

Part of courage is simple consistency.

Courage: Great Russian word, fit for the songs of our children's children, pure on their tongues, and free.

Boston and America is really resilient.

A man of courage is also full of faith.

The stalwart soul has the will to live and is eager for the race.

A hero is one who knows how to hang on one minute longer.

There's no substitute for guts.

Above all else, deep in my soul, I'm a tough Irishwoman.

The Sarajevans have a very particular world view - a mordant wit coupled with this unbearable sadness and... truckloads of guts, you know.

The courage we desire and prize is not the courage to die decently, but to live manfully.

The American people are so much stronger, so much more resolved than any enemy can fully understand.

On a normal day, we value heroism because it is uncommon. On Sept. 11, we valued heroism because it was everywhere.

True valor, on virtue founded strong, meets all events alike.

What does it mean to be a superhero? We're all fighting for the better good. But, at the same time, I think what stands out is, as superheroes, you don't give up; you don't surrender. I think that's what makes a superhero.

If we stand firm, we shall not fail.

The will to never give up and to be fearless. That's what I have.