Persevering Collection

Fisherman, c. 1844. Creator: Charles Emile Jacque
Fisherman, c. 1844

Priest Nichiren in Exile on Sado Island, ca. 1830. Creator: Utagawa Kuniyoshi
Priest Nichiren in Exile on Sado Island, ca. 1830

Monk Nichiren in Exile on Sado Island, from the series " Illustration of Famous Monks", 1835-36

Nichiren in Snow at Tsukahara, Sodo Province, ca. 1840. Creator: Utagawa Kuniyoshi
Nichiren in Snow at Tsukahara, Sodo Province, ca. 1840

Travelling in a Snowstorm, ca. 1830. Creator: Utagawa Kuniyoshi
Travelling in a Snowstorm, ca. 1830

Coyote standing in a field brush looking at camera through the falling snow, YNP, USA
Lone coyote (Canis latrans) standing in the middle of a field of brush looking at camera through the falling snow; Yellowstone National Park, United States of America

Frost covered American bison on geothermally heated ground in winter, YNP, Wyoming, USA
Frost covered herd of American bison (Bison bison) one lying down and others standing as still as possible in the background to conserve energy on the relatively warm

American bison walking in Alum Creek with mallard ducks crossing the water, YNP, Wyoming, USA
American bison (Bison bison) walking in the water at Alum Creek in winter with a pair of mallard ducks (Anas platyrhynchos) crossing the stream, Yellowstone National Park; Wyoming

American bison roaming the snowy hills looking for food, Hayden Valley, YNP, Wyoming, USA
American bison (Bison bison) roaming the snowy hills looking for food in the Hayden Valley; Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, United States of America

American bison roaming the snowy hilltops, grazing on dried grass, YNP, Wyoming, USA
American bison (Bison bison) roaming the snowy hilltops grazing on dried grass sticking up out of the snow covered landscape with a grey cloudy sky

Snow covered bison standing in a snowy field next to sagebrush, Yellowstone National Park, USA
Snow covered Bison cow (Bison bison) standing in a snowy field next to frost covered sagebrush (Artemisia tridentata) on a sunny winter day; Yellowstone National Park, United States of America

American bison roaming the snowy hills, grazing on dried grass, YNP, Wyoming, USA
American bison (Bison bison) roaming the snowy hills grazing on dried grass sticking up out of the snow covered landscape with billowing clouds in a blue sky in Hayden Valley; Yellowstone National

Red fox standing on a snow covered ground stalking its prey
Red fox (Vulpes vulpes) standing on the snow covered ground stalking its prey; Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, United States of America

American bison roaming the snowy hill tops looking for food, Hayden Valley, YNP, Wyoming, USA
American bison (Bison bison) roaming the snowy hilltops against a clear blue sky looking for food in the Hayden Valley; Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, United States of America

Snow covered American bison standing along the shore of Firehole River in winter, YNP, Wyoming, USA
Snow covered herd of American bison (Bison bison) standing along the riverbank of Firehole River looking at camera in Yellowstone National Park in winter; Wyoming, United States of America

Snow covered American bison walking along the shore of Firehole River in winter, YNP, Wyoming, USA
Snow covered herd of American bison (Bison bison) walking along the riverbank of Firehole River in Yellowstone National Park in winter; Wyoming, United States of America

Snow covered American bison looking back and roaming the fields in winter, YNP, Wyoming, USA
View taken from behind a snow covered American bison (Bison bison) looking back at the camera while roaming the snowy fields in Yellowstone National Park in winter; Wyoming, United States of America

Rev James Lawson
JAMES LAWSON Presbyterian churchman of Edinburgh described as the Persevering Petitioner : a splendid example of Kays delightful inventiveness. Date: ? - 1788

Persevering Carp
A carp, repeatedly leaping from the ice to catch a biscuit, inspires Rosetsu to persevere with his art career, of which he had previously despaired

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Persevering through the harshest of conditions, these individuals and animals embody the true spirit of resilience. Just like the fisherman in 1844 who braved treacherous waters to provide for his family, or Priest Nichiren in exile on Sado Island, facing isolation but never losing faith. The monk Nichiren too, exiled and yet unwavering in his beliefs during a time of turmoil. Even amidst snowstorms and freezing temperatures, they press on. Travelling through blizzards like Utagawa Kuniyoshi's depiction from 1830, their determination shines through as they forge ahead despite the odds. Rev James Lawson's portrait captures this indomitable spirit perfectly. Nature itself showcases perseverance with frost-covered American bison navigating geothermal fields in Wyoming's winter wonderland. Coyotes stand resolute amidst falling snowflakes while searching for sustenance. These majestic creatures roam snowy hills and hilltops tirelessly seeking food even when resources are scarce. Their stories remind us that no matter how challenging life may become, we have within us an inner strength to persevere. Like these remarkable beings depicted throughout history and nature alike, let us face adversity head-on with unwavering determination and unyielding hope.