Jerusalem Perseverance Quotes

How we cite our quotes: (Line)

Quote #1

Bring me my Bow of burning gold:
Bring me my arrows of desire:
Bring me my Spear: O clouds unfold!
Bring me my Chariot of fire! (9-12)

The speaker clearly intends to take action and do what needs to be done. He illustrates his intent to persevere by using anaphora. The speaker continues to use the same word. He perseveres in his word choice, you could say, and intends to achieve his goal.

Quote #2

I will not cease from Mental Fight (13)

This is a very strong statement about the speaker's perseverance. He will not cease. It's not that he'll try not to cease, or he'll probably not cease, or he might not cease, but that he will not cease.

Quote #3

Nor shall my sword sleep in my hand:
Till we have built Jerusalem,
In Englands green & pleasant Land. (14-16)

The speaker first said he wouldn't cease, and he now he makes the goal he's after even clearer. His sword will not sleep, which is his metaphorical way of saying he will vigilantly continue to fight to rebuild Jerusalem. He too will not sleep.