Praise Quote by J.R.R. Tolkien
““Good night, captain, my lord,' he said. 'You took the chance, sir.' 'Did I so?' said Faramir. Yes sir, and showed your quality: the very highest.' Faramir smiled. 'A pert servant, Master Samwise. But nay: the praise of the praiseworthy is above all rewards. But there was naught in this to praise. I had no lure or desire to do other than I have done.””
About This Quote
Source Literature: The Lord of the Rings, The Return of the King, 1955
True merit lies in humility and duty, not in seeking praise or reward.
In simple terms: Value duty over recognition.
Key Takeaway
Serve without expecting applause.
Themes
humility
duty
recognition
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- war
- leadership
- personal integrity
- self‑assessment
Key Concepts
ethics
selflessness
leadership
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivates you to act without reward?
- How can you recognize genuine merit?
A Different Perspective
Pride can cloud judgment; external validation may be misleading.
