Attributes Quote by George Farquhar
“Courage, the highest gift, that scorns to bend To mean devices for a sordid end. Courage--an independent spark from Heaven's bright throne, By which the soul stands raised, triumphant high, alone. Great in itself, not praises of the crowd, Above all vice, it stoops not to be proud. Courage, the mighty attribute of powers above, By which those great in war, are great in love. The spring of all brave acts is seated here, As falsehoods draw their sordid birth from fear.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Beaux' Stratagem (1707)
Courage is an inner, divine strength that lets one act rightly without seeking approval, standing tall against fear and falsehood.
In simple terms: Courage is inner divine strength that drives right action.
Key Takeaway
Act with inner strength, not for applause.
Themes
courage
integrity
individualism
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- leadership decisions
- ethical dilemmas
- personal challenges
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
virtue
self-reliance
heroism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true courage look like in your life?
- How do you balance confidence with humility?
A Different Perspective
Courage can be misused for selfish ends if not tempered by humility.
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