Skip to content

Adventure Quote by Voltaire

“Marriage is the only adventure open to the cowardly.” quote by Voltaire
Download Open image
“Marriage is the only adventure open to the cowardly.”

Voltaire

About This Quote

Source Play: Candide, 1759

Marriage is portrayed as a daring journey that requires courage, unlike the timid avoidance of risk.

In simple terms: Marriage needs bravery.

Key Takeaway

Embrace commitment boldly.

Themes

courage adventure relationships

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • wedding planning
  • long‑term partnership
  • overcoming fear of intimacy

Key Concepts

existential risk social contract

Questions to Reflect On

  • Are you willing to face vulnerability?
  • What risks does commitment entail?
A Different Perspective

Marriage also demands compromise and effort, not just bravery.

4.7 out of 5 (8 ratings)

More by Voltaire

Explore all 934 Voltaire quotes

More Adventure quotes

Browse all 7,690 Adventure quotes