Courage Quote by Fanny Burney
“But how cool, how quiet is true courage!”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Evelina, 1780
True courage is quiet and unassuming, not flashy.
In simple terms: Courage is calm and modest.
Key Takeaway
Value quiet strength over loud bravado.
Themes
courage
humility
inner strength
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Facing fear
- standing up for beliefs
- quiet leadership
Key Concepts
Literature
psychology
virtue
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you shown courage without fanfare?
- How does silence amplify bravery?
A Different Perspective
Quiet courage can be overlooked or misunderstood.
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