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“Fortune's unjust; she ruins oft the brave, and him who should be victor, makes the slave.” quote by John Dryden
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“Fortune's unjust; she ruins oft the brave, and him who should be victor, makes the slave.”

John Dryden

About This Quote

Source Play: All for Love, 1677

Fortune unfairly harms the brave, turning potential victors into slaves, highlighting the capriciousness of fate.

In simple terms: Fate can crush the brave, making them slaves.

Key Takeaway

Prepare for uncertainty and stay resilient.

Themes

fate injustice bravery

Mood

determined somber

Type

literary motivational

When to use this quote

  • war
  • political struggle
  • career ambition
  • personal adversity

Key Concepts

determinism social hierarchy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you maintain agency when faced with bad luck?
  • What strategies help the brave survive unfair circumstances?
A Different Perspective

Not all misfortunes are due to fate; personal choices matter.

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