Courage Quote by Jean Jacques Rousseau
““A taste for ostentation is rarely associated in the same souls with a taste for honesty. No, it is not possible that minds degraded by a multitude of futile concerns would ever raise themselves to anything great. Even when they had the strength for that, the courage would be missing.””
About This Quote
Source Treat: Emile, Jean Jacques Rousseau, 1762
Excessive desire for showiness clashes with honesty; moral greatness requires focus and courage, not vanity.
In simple terms: Showiness opposes honesty and courage.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate honesty over ostentation.
Themes
morality
humility
integrity
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal development
- leadership
- public speaking
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
Virtue ethics
self‑discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- What sacrifices does honesty demand?
- How can one balance humility with ambition?
A Different Perspective
Honesty alone may not guarantee success without practical skill.
