Dare Quote by William Cowper
“The man that dares traduce, because he can with safety to himself, is not a man.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Task” by William Cowper, 1785
A person who translates for personal safety lacks authenticity and true courage.
In simple terms: Translating for self-protection is cowardice.
Key Takeaway
Speak honestly, even when risky.
Themes
courage
authenticity
communication
Mood
serious
contemplative
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- personal conflict
- legal testimony
Key Concepts
self‑preservation
integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it acceptable to with words for protection?
- Does self‑preservation outweigh honesty?
A Different Perspective
Safety can justify necessary deception.
![“[But] the man who dares not expose his life in the defence of his children and his property, has lost in society the first and most active energies of nature.” quote by Edward Gibbon](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9b9/edward-gibbon-710_active_but-the-man-who-dares-not-expose-his-lif_2242963.jpg)
