Courage Quote by John Milton
““What though the field be lost? All is not Lost; the unconquerable will, And study of revenge, immortal hate, And the courage never to submit or yeild.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Paradise Lost, Book I, 1667
Even in loss, the indomitable spirit and desire for revenge persist, yet courage can resist surrender.
In simple terms: Even lost, will remains; courage resists.
Key Takeaway
Hold fast to resilient will.
Themes
resilience
revenge
courage
Mood
dramatic
epic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- war
- personal betrayal
- political struggle
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
human will
moral conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- What fuels perseverance after defeat?
- How does courage counteract hatred?
A Different Perspective
Unchecked revenge can destroy morality.
