It's a little sad that the author of this beautiful quote is unknown.

This quote has tremendous spiritual value. To be able climb a mountain is a great feat. To do that not for the recognition but for the vision that it would grant rates much higher in my eyes.

A man and his struggle can take him far and wide. A man can gain a lot of fame after the struggle and deservedly so. But it would be a shame if he remains blind to what lies in front his eyes and not in front of his ego.