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That courage which arises from the sense of our duty, and…

“That courage which arises from the sense of our duty, and from the fear of offending Him that made us, acts always in a uniform manner, and according to the dictates of right reason.” quote by Joseph Addison
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“That courage which arises from the sense of our duty, and from the fear of offending Him that made us, acts always in a uniform manner, and according to the dictates of right reason.”

Joseph Addison

About This Quote

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

Duty‑driven courage follows moral reason and reverence for the divine, producing consistent, righteous action.

In simple terms: Courage from duty and faith leads to right actions.

Key Takeaway

Act with duty‑based courage.

Themes

duty morality courage reason

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • leadership
  • public service
  • personal decisions

Key Concepts

ethics theology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does duty shape your courage?
  • When does reverence hinder practical action?
A Different Perspective

May conflict with personal safety or autonomy.

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