Skip to content

All honor to him who shall win the prize. The world has…

“All honor to him who shall win the prize. The world has cried for a thousand years. But to him who tries and fails and dies, I give great honor and glory and tears.” quote by Joaquin Miller
Download Open image
“All honor to him who shall win the prize. The world has cried for a thousand years. But to him who tries and fails and dies, I give great honor and glory and tears.”

Joaquin Miller

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Honors both victors and those who strive and fail, recognizing effort and sacrifice as noble.

In simple terms: Effort and sacrifice deserve honor.

Key Takeaway

Respect perseverance, regardless of outcome.

Themes

honor effort mortality

Mood

respectful somber

Type

poetic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • military service
  • sports competition
  • academic pursuits
  • personal challenges

Key Concepts

heroism legacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who have you honored for trying?
  • How does failure shape your definition of honor?
A Different Perspective

Glorifying failure may overlook success.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by Joaquin Miller

Explore all 30 Joaquin Miller quotes

More Failing quotes

Browse all 5,634 Failing quotes