Good night, captain, my lord,' he said. 'You took the…
““Good night, captain, my lord,' he said. 'You took the chance, sir.' 'Did I so?' said Faramir. Yes sir, and showed your quality: the very highest.' Faramir smiled. 'A pert servant, Master Samwise. But nay: the praise of the praiseworthy is above all rewards. But there was naught in this to praise. I had no lure or desire to do other than I have done.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
True merit lies in humility and duty, not in seeking praise or reward.
In simple terms: Value duty over recognition.
Key Takeaway
Serve without expecting applause.
Themes
humility
duty
recognition
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- war
- leadership
- personal integrity
- self‑assessment
Key Concepts
ethics
selflessness
leadership
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivates you to act without reward?
- How can you recognize genuine merit?
A Different Perspective
Pride can cloud judgment; external validation may be misleading.