Bears Quote by Howard Pyle
“It doth make a man better,' quoth Robin Hood, 'to bear of those noble men so long ago. When one doth list to such tales, his soul doth say, 'put by thy poor little likings and seek to do likewise.' Truly, one may not do as nobly one's self, but in the striving one is better...”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood by Howard Pyle, 1883
Striving to emulate noble deeds improves character, even if we cannot fully match them.
In simple terms: Trying to be noble makes us better.
Key Takeaway
Emulate noble actions.
Themes
character
growth
heroism
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
literary
motivational
When to use this quote
- Reading heroic tales
- personal development
- leadership training
Key Concepts
Moral aspiration
self-improvement
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you apply noble ideals realistically?
- What small noble act can you take today?
A Different Perspective
Idealizing heroes may set unrealistic standards.
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