Goes Quote by Walter Savage Landor
“And Modesty, who, when she goes, Is gone for ever.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Fable of the Modest, by Walter Savage Landor, 1798
Modesty disappears permanently once it is abandoned, leaving no chance of regaining it.
In simple terms: Losing modesty is permanent.
Key Takeaway
Guard humility always.
Themes
humility
self‑respect
transience
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
moral
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- public speaking
- leadership
- social media
Key Concepts
fable
moral lesson
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you value modesty over recognition?
- How can you maintain humility in success?
A Different Perspective
Even if modesty returns, trust may be lost.
