Grief Quote by Archilochus
““Heart, my heart, so battered with misfortune far beyond your strength, up, and face the men who hate us. Bare your chest to the assault of the enemy, and fight them off. Stand fast among the beamlike spears. Give no ground; and if you beat them, do not brag in open show, nor, if they beat you, run home and lie down on your bed and cry. Keep some measure in the joy you take in luck, and the degree you give away to sorrow. All your life is up-and-down like this.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Fragment on Courage, 6th century BC
Endure hardship without boasting, keep balance between joy and sorrow, and stay steadfast in battle.
In simple terms: Face adversity modestly, maintain emotional balance, stay firm.
Key Takeaway
Stay humble and resilient in hardship.
Themes
courage
humility
emotional balance
Mood
reflective
philosophical
Type
poetry
wisdom
When to use this quote
- warfare
- personal loss
- leadership
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
Stoicism
heroic ethos
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance pride and humility?
- When is it right to show emotion?
A Different Perspective
Excessive restraint may suppress healthy expression.
