Courage Quote by Oscar Wilde
“Sometimes it takes courage to give into temptation.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Lady Windermere's Fan, 1892
Courage sometimes means surrendering to desire, despite moral doubts.
In simple terms: Boldness can lead to temptation.
Key Takeaway
Balance desire with principle.
Themes
courage
temptation
morality
Mood
conflicted
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- creative pursuits
- risk taking
Key Concepts
ethics
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- When is yielding to temptation justified?
- How do you reconcile desire and duty?
A Different Perspective
Temptation can conflict with values.
