If thou art a man, admire those who attempt great things…
“If thou art a man, admire those who attempt great things, even though they fail.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Admire ambitious attempts even when they fail, as effort itself is worthy.
In simple terms: Respect effort despite failure.
Value striving over success.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal goals
- creative projects
- team endeavors
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What great attempts have you admired despite their outcome?
- How can you support others' bold efforts?
Failure can still be instructive and respectable.