Back again Quote by Arthur Hugh Clough
“Come back again, old heart! Ah me! Methinks in those thy coward fears There might, perchance, a courage be, That fails in these the manlier years; Courage to let the courage sink, Itself a coward base to think, Rather than not for heavenly light Wait on to show the truly right.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Coming of the Age, 1850
A plea for renewed courage, urging the heart to resist cowardice and seek higher truth.
In simple terms: Seek courage over fear.
Key Takeaway
Embrace bravery and higher purpose.
Themes
courage
spirituality
inner conflict
growth
Mood
reflective
inspirational
serious
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- ethical decisions
- spiritual practice
- leadership challenges
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
self‑discipline
heroism
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears prevent you from acting bravely?
- How can you cultivate lasting courage?
A Different Perspective
Courage can be fleeting and hard to sustain.
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