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“It does not matter a feather whether a man be supported by patron or client, if he himself wants courage. [Lat., Animus tamen omnia vincit. Ille etiam vires corpus habere facit.]” quote by Plautus
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“It does not matter a feather whether a man be supported by patron or client, if he himself wants courage. [Lat., Animus tamen omnia vincit. Ille etiam vires corpus habere facit.]”

Plautus

About This Quote

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

Courage comes from personal will, not from external support or status.

In simple terms: Courage is internal, not dependent on patrons.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate inner resolve regardless of backing.

Themes

courage self-reliance independence

Mood

determined reflective

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • leadership
  • entrepreneurship
  • personal challenges
  • overcoming adversity

Key Concepts

philosophy personal agency self-determination

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you rely on others for confidence?
  • How does inner courage affect your decisions?
A Different Perspective

External support may still influence outcomes despite inner courage.

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