Ferdinand Magellan Quotes & Sayings

The church says the earth is flat; but I have seen its shadow on the moon, and I have more confidence even in a shadow than in the church. — Ferdinand Magellan

I have seen the shadow of the Earth on the moon, and I have more faith in the shadow than in the church — Ferdinand Magellan

The sea is dangerous and its storms terrible, but these obstacles have never been sufficient reason to remain ashore ... Unlike the mediocre, intrepid spirits seek victory over those things that seem impossible ... It is with an iron will that they embark on the most daring of all endeavors ... to meet the shadowy future without fear and conquer the unknown. — Ferdinand Magellan