Behinds Quote by Henry Van Dyke
“Come, my friend, forget your foes, and leave your fears behind, And wander forth to try your luck, with cheerful, quiet mind; For be your fortune great or small, you take what God will give, And all the day your heart will say, "'Tis luck enough to live.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Road to the World’s End”, 1915
He encourages letting go of enemies and fears, trusting fate with a calm heart.
In simple terms: Forget foes, release fear, trust what comes.
Release fear and trust destiny.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- decision making
- adversity coping
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one balance acceptance with proactive effort?
- What practices help maintain a calm mind?
May lead to passivity.