Most Famous Quotes of All Time

Throughout history, certain words have transcended their original contexts to become iconic expressions of wisdom, courage, and inspiration. These quotes, spoken or written by some of the most influential figures in history, have the power to resonate with people across generations and cultures. They capture universal truths, profound insights, and powerful emotions in just a few words. Whether it’s a call to action, a reflection on life, or a statement of belief, these famous quotes have shaped our understanding of the world and continue to inspire us today.

In this section, you’ll find a collection of the most famous quotes of all time. These timeless words come from a diverse range of individuals—leaders, philosophers, writers, and visionaries—whose thoughts have left an indelible mark on history. Each quote reflects the essence of its speaker and offers a unique perspective on life’s biggest questions. Whether you’re seeking motivation, reflection, or a deeper understanding of the human experience, these quotes are sure to leave a lasting impression.

• "It’s worth remembering that it is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change." — Queen Elizabeth II
  
  

• "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." — Franklin D. Roosevelt
  
  

• "I think, therefore I am." — René Descartes
  
  

• "In the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends." — Martin Luther King Jr.
  
  

• "That which does not kill us makes us stronger." — Friedrich Nietzsche
  
  

• "To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment." — Ralph Waldo Emerson
  
  

• "The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." — Lao Tzu
  
  

• "Give me liberty, or give me death!" — Patrick Henry
  
  

• "I have a dream." — Martin Luther King Jr.
  
  

• "The only limit to our realization of tomorrow is our doubts of today." — Franklin D. Roosevelt
  
  

• "In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life: it goes on." — Robert Frost
  
  

• "You must be the change you wish to see in the world." — Mahatma Gandhi
  
  

• "I came, I saw, I conquered." — Julius Caesar
  
  

• "The unexamined life is not worth living." — Socrates
  
  

• "To be, or not to be, that is the question." — William Shakespeare
  
  

• "The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing." — Socrates
  
  

• "All men are created equal." — Thomas Jefferson
  
  

• "A house divided against itself cannot stand." — Abraham Lincoln
  
  

• "I think, therefore I can." — Simone Weil
  
  

• "Genius is one percent inspiration, ninety-nine percent perspiration." — Thomas Edison
  
  

• "You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take." — Wayne Gretzky
  
  

• "The only way to do great work is to love what you do." — Steve Jobs
  
  

• "Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." — Ralph Waldo Emerson
  
  

• "Ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country." — John F. Kennedy
  
  

• "I think, therefore I doubt." — Voltaire
  
  

• "It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change." — Charles Darwin
  
  

• "The best way to predict the future is to create it." — Peter Drucker
  
  

• "The pen is mightier than the sword." — Edward Bulwer-Lytton
  
  

• "Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee." — Muhammad Ali
  
  

• "An eye for an eye only ends up making the whole world blind." — Mahatma Gandhi
  
  

• "I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul." — William Ernest Henley
  
  

• "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." — Eleanor Roosevelt
  
  

• "It is better to be feared than loved, if you cannot be both." — Niccolò Machiavelli
  
  

• "Knowledge is power." — Francis Bacon
  
  

• "To infinity and beyond!" — Buzz Lightyear
  
  

• "It always seems impossible until it's done." — Nelson Mandela
  
  

• "Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts." — Winston Churchill
  
  

• "Keep your friends close, but your enemies closer." — Sun Tzu
  
  

• "Do or do not, there is no try." — Yoda
  
  

• "With great power comes great responsibility." — Voltaire (popularized by Spider-Man)