Elvis Kukulski
Elvis Kukulski voted up Danae Hitch's answer

The definition of perseverance is steady persistence in a course of action, a purpose, a state, etc., especially in spite of difficulties, obstacles, or discouragement.

It teaches you how to keep going, no matter what the obstacles are thrown in your way.  Never give up!

Elvis Kukulski
Elvis Kukulski voted up Danae Hitch's answer

The definition of perseverance is steady persistence in a course of action, a purpose, a state, etc., especially in spite of difficulties, obstacles, or discouragement.

It teaches you how to keep going, no matter what the obstacles are thrown in your way.  Never give up!