Patience and Fortitude, the world-renowned pair of marble lions that stand proudly in front of the Library's 42nd Street location, have captured the imagination and affection of New Yorkers since 1911. But which lion do you identify more with: Patience or Fortitude?
You identify most with Fortitude, the lion who resides at the Library's northern side closest to 42nd Street.
Like Fortitude, you show strength in the harshest of conditions and look forward with courage. You tackle everything with a strong sense of determination. You also enjoy the little things, and will never turn down the chance to sit in the shade of a tree on a warm summer day.
You identify most with Patience, the lion who resides at the Library's southern side closest to 40th Street.
Like Patience, you're easy-going and even-tempered. You're quiet, but diligent, and can always be counted on when times are tough. You also find contentment in people-watching while relaxing in the sun, and love to make up stories for the people you observe.