Most likely it Confucius or Lao-tzu who said it.
The saying "every journey begins with a single step" is attributed to the Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu. It is often used to emphasize the importance of taking that initial action towards a goal or undertaking.
willie wilkings
Attributed to Lao-tzu (c 604-c 531 bc), founder of Taoism.
Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu gets credit for the maxim, "The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step."
Francis Schank
That quote is by Harriet Tubman.
The quote "The first step of any journey is the hardest" is often attributed to an unknown author, as it is a common expression that emphasizes the difficulty of beginning a new endeavor. It is meant to inspire individuals to push through initial challenges and take that important first step towards their goals or aspirations.
Arrhur Ashe said, success is a journey, not a destination. The doing is often more important than the outcome. This quote means that one should enjoy every moment of their life.
Every able-bodied Muslim who can afford to do so is obligated to make the pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in a lifetime.It's a noun...probably used the same way you'd use the word journey.
Homer
The rock band Poison paraphrased it in their hit single, "Every Rose Has Its Thorn."
He said Mass, or attended Mass, every single day that his health permitted.
Sacajawea