--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: There never could be a man so brave that…" description: "\"There never could be a man so brave that he would not sometime, or in the end, turn part or all coward; or so wise that he was not, from beginning to e..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/03b/james-gould-cozzens-23423_ass_there-never-could-be-a-man-so-brave-that_626767.png" --- # There never could be a man so brave that he would not… ![“There never could be a man so brave that he would not sometime, or in the end, turn part or all coward; or so wise that he was not, from beginning to end, part ass if you knew where to look; or so good that nothing at all about him was despicable.” quote by James Gould Cozzens](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/03b/james-gould-cozzens-23423_ass_there-never-could-be-a-man-so-brave-that_626767.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/03b/james-gould-cozzens-23423_ass_there-never-could-be-a-man-so-brave-that_626767.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/03b/james-gould-cozzens-23423_ass_there-never-could-be-a-man-so-brave-that_626767.png) > “There never could be a man so brave that he would not sometime, or in the end, turn part or all coward; or so wise that he was not, from beginning to end, part ass if you knew where to look; or so good that nothing at all about him was despicable.” [James Gould Cozzens](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/james-gould-cozzens/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Human nature mixes bravery, wisdom, and goodness with flaws and cowardice. **In simple terms:** People are complex, both noble and flawed. Key Takeaway Accept both strengths and weaknesses. Themes human nature complexity virtue Mood reflective thoughtful Type philosophical literary When to use this quote - leadership - personal development - conflict resolution - ethical dilemmas Key Concepts philosophy psychology Questions to Reflect On - What does this say about judging others? - How can we nurture both courage and humility? 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