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The purpose of the mission must be thoroughly understood beforehand, and the men must be inspired with a sense of personal dedication that knows no limitations... In an age of high technology and Jedi Knights, we often overlook the need...

Quotes by William H. McRaven

The fishes are also employed for the same purpose on any yard, which happens to be sprung or fractured. Thus their form, application, and utility are exactly like those of the splinters applied to a broken limb in surgery.

Quotes by William Falconer

The nation should have a tax system that looks like someone designed it on purpose.

Quotes by William E. Simon

Existence is a strange bargain. Life owes us little; we owe it everything. The only true happiness comes from squandering ourselves for a purpose.

Quotes by William Cowper

The role of the federal prosecutor and the purpose of a criminal investigation are well-defined.

Quotes by William Barr

The purpose of the European Union expansion is to bring stability to the East, and ultimately, that stability will come to Russia. There is no long term reason that Russia can't be part of the same peaceful community of nations.

Quotes by Wesley Clark

The whole purpose of those attacks was to drive those contractors out. Lots of them had to leave. They were terrified.

Quotes by Wayne White

It is wonderful what strength of purpose and boldness and energy of will are roused by the assurance that we are doing our duty.

Quotes by Walter Scott

The essence of a general's job is to assist in developing a clear sense of purpose to keep the junk from getting in the way of important things.

Quotes by Walter F. Ulmer

Thirdly, even if we assume that the world is governed by purpose, we need only add that this purpose - or, if there are several, at least one of them - is not especially intent on preventing suffering, whether it...

Quotes by Walter Kaufmann

It does not follow that the meaning must be given from above; that life and suffering must come neatly labeled; that nothing is worth while if the world is not governed by a purpose.

Quotes by Walter Kaufmann

Life ceases to be so oppressive: we are free to give our own lives meaning and purpose, free to redeem our suffering by making something of it.

Quotes by Walter Kaufmann

It is precisely the purpose of the public opinion generated by the press to make the public incapable of judging, to insinuate into it the attitude of someone irresponsible, uninformed.

Quotes by Walter Benjamin

The temple of Ceres should be in a solitary spot out of the city, to which the public are not necessarily led but for the purpose of sacrificing to her.

Quotes by Vitruvius

All revolutions are spiritual at the source. All my activities have the sole purpose of achieving a union of hearts.

Quotes by Vinoba Bhave

Certain food-based biofuels like biodiesel have always been a bad idea. Others like corn ethanol have served a useful purpose and essentially are obsoleting themselves.

Quotes by Vinod Khosla

The purpose behind terrorism is to instill fear in people - the fear that electrical power, for instance, will be taken away or the transportation system will be taken down.

Quotes by Vint Cerf

We should not televise trials. There's only one purpose for a criminal trial. It's to determine whether or not the defendant committed the crime. Anything that interferes or has the potential of interfering with that should automatically be prohibited.

Quotes by Vincent Bugliosi

I clearly believe a lot more than some of my coalition colleagues - Tories - in redistribution and using the tax system for that purpose. I also believe in the government having an active role in the economy, which is...

Quotes by Vince Cable

If you have a sense of style and purpose and will you don't want to compromise.

Quotes by Vidal Sassoon

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a quote that defines purpose in an unusual way?
Yes - one calls research "formalized curiosity. It is poking and prying with a purpose." It's a memorable way of describing purpose as curiosity with direction. For more thoughtful lines like this, see our Good quotes.
What does the stunt person quote say about purpose?
It describes a purpose built around staying invisible: "the whole purpose of a stunt person is to not be known." It's a striking reminder that not every purpose is about recognition.
Is there a quote linking purpose to politics or government policy?
Yes - one discusses "The purpose of the European Union expansion," describing it as being to "bring stability to the East." It frames a large political purpose in terms of long-term regional stability. Our Government quotes cover more on this kind of large-scale purpose.
Is there a darker example of 'purpose' in this collection?
Yes - one quote states, "The whole purpose of those attacks was to drive those contractors out," noting that many were left terrified. It's a reminder that purpose isn't always framed positively.
Where can I read more quotes about finding purpose?
Take a look at our Life quotes for more on purpose and meaning, or our Me quotes for personal reflections like the ones here.

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