Quotation by

Robert Louis Stevenson

Give us grace and strength to forbear and to persevere. Give us courage and gaiety and the quiet mind, spare to us our friends, soften to us our enemies.

Strength

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The author is asking for the ability to patiently endure difficulties and keep going despite challenges. He also seeks bravery, cheerfulness, calmness, protection for loved ones, and kindness toward those who oppose us.

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