ABSTRACT
From the old Danish strebe, streve, streffue and the German streben1-in English, “strive,” “aim to,” “endeavor to,” “aspire to.” It is to make an effort in trying to reach a specific goal. As a goal for individual existence it is an attempt to develop in a certain direction. It is directed toward the future, as a qualification of one’s will. It determines the ambitions of one’s will, rationality, emotions, and faith.
