Army Quote by Plutarch
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“But being overborne with numbers, and nobody daring to face about, stretching out his hands to heaven, [Romulus] prayed to Jupiter to stop the army, and not to neglect but maintain the Roman cause, now in extreme danger. The prayer was no sooner made, than shame and respect for their king checked many; the fears of the fugitives changed suddenly into confidence.”
About This Quote
Source Historical Text: Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans, 1st century AD, Plutarch
In crisis, a leader's prayer to divine aid can shift morale, turning fear into confidence among troops.
In simple terms: A leader's prayer boosted morale, changing fear to confidence.
Key Takeaway
Leverage symbolic acts to inspire confidence.
Themes
leadership
morale
faith
crisis
confidence
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
historical
motivational
When to use this quote
- military leadership
- team building
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Psychology of belief
collective confidence
rituals
Questions to Reflect On
- What symbolic actions can inspire confidence?
- When does faith replace practical strategy?
A Different Perspective
Relies on belief in divine intervention, not always applicable.
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