75 Quotes by Christopher Columbus

Following the light of the sun, we left the old world.

The world is round.

By prevailing over all obstacles and distractions, one may unfailingly arrive at his chosen goal or destination.

Stood off and on during the night, determining not to come to anchor till morning, fearing to meet with shoals; continued our course in the morning; and as the island was found to be six or seven leagues distant, and the tide was against us, it was noon when we arrived there.

No one should fear to undertake any task in the name of our Saviour, if it is just and if the intention is purely for His holy service.

These people are very unskilled in arms... with 50 men they could all be subjected and made to do all that one wished.

After having dispatched a meal, I went ashore, and found no habitation save a single house, and that without an occupant; we had no doubt that the people had fled in terror at our approach, as the house was completely furnished.

I am a most noteworthy sinner, but I have cried out to the Lord for grace and mercy, and they have covered me completely. I have found the sweetest consolation since I made it my whole purpose to enjoy His marvellous Presence.

One does not discover new lands without consenting to lose sight of the shore for a very long time. Variants include "You can never cross the ocean unless you have the courage to lose sight of the shore".