Coward Quote by Michel de Montaigne
“It is the part of cowardliness, and not of virtue, to seek to squat itself in some hollow lurking hole, or to hide herself under some massive tomb, thereby to shun the strokes of fortune.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Essays by Michel de Montaigne, 1580s
Avoiding risk by hiding is cowardice, not virtue; confronting fortune requires courage.
In simple terms: Hiding from danger is cowardice.
Face challenges directly.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- leadership
- adversity
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are worth taking?
- When is caution wise?
Avoidance can be protective in some contexts.