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Discouragement Quote by Henry Ward Beecher

“Any man can work when every stroke of his hands brings down the fruit rattling from the tree ... but to labor in season and out of season, under every discouragement... that requires a heroism which is transcendent.” quote by Henry Ward Beecher
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“Any man can work when every stroke of his hands brings down the fruit rattling from the tree ... but to labor in season and out of season, under every discouragement... that requires a heroism which is transcendent.”

Henry Ward Beecher

About This Quote

Source Sermon: The Transcendent Heroism, 1860s

True heroism is working despite discouragement and outside of expected seasons, transcending ordinary effort.

In simple terms: Heroism means persisting beyond easy times.

Key Takeaway

Persist even when conditions are harsh.

Themes

perseverance heroism resilience

Mood

determined inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • seasonal work
  • personal setbacks
  • social pressure
  • career challenges

Key Concepts

transcendence moral courage

Questions to Reflect On

  • What discouragements you to keep going?
  • How do you define true heroism?
A Different Perspective

Heroism can be romanticized, ignoring necessary rest.

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