Destination Quotes
When you reach the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on.
"When you reach the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on."— Abraham Lincoln
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Meaning of this quote
The image of gripping a knotted rope urges persistence during a difficult period.
Key takeaway:
Seek support and take the next manageable step when you feel stuck.
Origin of the quote
Circulating perseverance proverb; original author not established.
Who actually said this?
Assigned to several presidents online; the consulted historical reference rejects Jefferson attribution but does not by itself resolve Lincoln attribution. No Lincoln primary citation found.
