The desire to fly is an idea handed down to us by our ancestors who... looked enviously on the birds soaring freely through space... on the infinite highway of the air.
Interpretation
This quote reflects humanity's innate desire for freedom and innovation, inspired by the observation of nature.
Wilbur Wright's quote captures the essence of human aspiration and innovation. It suggests that the dream of flight is not just a modern invention but a profound idea inherited from our ancestors, who were captivated by the sight of birds soaring through the sky. This longing to overcome earthly limitations and explore the boundless possibilities of the air signifies a universal yearning for freedom and progress.
In practice
In conversations about human achievement at technological conferences.
I am an enthusiast, but not a crank in the sense that I have some pet theories as to the proper construction of a flying machine. I wish to avail myself of all that is already known and then, if possible, add my mite to help on the future worker who will attain final success.
Men become wise just as they become rich, more by what they save than by what they receive.
I confess that in 1901 I said to my brother Orville that man would not fly for fifty years.
The fact that the great scientist believed in flying machines was the one thing that encouraged us to begin our studies.
When ordinary people decide to do extraordinary things they transform their lives and the lives of others around them.
May all of you as Americans never forget your heroic origins, never fail to seek Divine guidance, and never lose your natural God-given optimism.
It is extremely important for you to believe in yourselves not only for what you are now but for what you have the power to become. Trust in the Lord as He leads you along. He has things for you to do that you won't know about now but that will unfold later. If you stay close to Him, You will have some great adventures. You will live in a time where instead of sometimes being fulfilled, many of them will actually be fulfilled. The Lord will unfold your future bit by bit.
The kind of spirituality I value is one in which you get great joy out of contributing to life, not just sitting and meditating, although meditation is certainly valuable. But from meditation, from the resulting consciousness, I would like to see people in action creating the world they want to live in.
You are an uncut gemstone of priceless value. Cut and polish your potential with knowledge, skills and service and you will be in great demand throughout your life.
And I've seen the promised land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight, that we, as a people will get to the promised land
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