Courage Quote by Studs Terkel
““When I get kind of low, I’d think about a verse I learned at one time, when everybody was fighting me. It went something like this: He has no enemies, you say, My friend, the boast is poor. He who hath mingled in the fray Of duty that the brave endure Must have foes. If he has none, Small is the work he has done. He has hit no traitor on the hip, Has cast no cup from perjured lip, Has never turned the wrong to right, He’s been a coward in the fight.””
About This Quote
The poem suggests that lacking conflict or challenge indicates a life of little impact; true work involves confronting adversity.
In simple terms: Without conflict, one’s work lacks significance.
Key Takeaway
Embrace challenges to grow.
Themes
conflict
purpose
courage
action
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- career development
- personal growth
- volunteering
- public service
Key Concepts
adversity
meaningful work
ethical integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- What challenges have you avoided?
- How could confronting them deepen your purpose?
A Different Perspective
Avoiding conflict can lead to stagnation and missed purpose.
