About Quote by Edmund Hillary
“There is something about building up a comradeship - that I still believe is the greatest of all feats - and sharing in the dangers with your company of peers. It's the intense effort, the giving of everything you've got. It's really a very pleasant sensation.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Ascent of Everest, 1953
Describes deep camaraderie and shared sacrifice among comrades as the highest achievement.
In simple terms: Teamwork in danger is rewarding.
Key Takeaway
Value shared struggle.
Themes
camaraderie
adventure
selflessness
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- mountaineering
- military units
- expeditions
- team projects
Key Concepts
heroism
risk
collective effort
Questions to Reflect On
- How does shared hardship strengthen bonds?
- What costs are hidden in such pursuits?
A Different Perspective
May romanticize danger without acknowledging loss.
![“I've often thought about that and the only suitable member to join me on that climb [to Everest] was George Lowe: he was strong, a good man on a mountain, with a great sense of humour, and I liked that. I think George and I could've done that together ... I've probably never told George that.” quote by Edmund Hillary](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/165/edmund-hillary-3760_climbs_i-ve-often-thought-about-that-and-the-on_12447.jpg)
