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“Courage does not consist in calculation, but in fighting against chances.” quote by John Henry Newman
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“Courage does not consist in calculation, but in fighting against chances.”

John Henry Newman

About This Quote

Source Book: The Idea of a University by John Henry Newman, 1852

Courage is acting despite odds, not by weighing risks.

In simple terms: Courage means acting despite odds.

Key Takeaway

Act despite fear.

Themes

courage risk action

Mood

determined serious

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • entrepreneurial ventures
  • social activism

Key Concepts

ethical philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you acted without calculating risks?
  • What are the costs of reckless courage?
A Different Perspective

Courage can be reckless without prudence.

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