some men know from birth that they are expendable: they fought to won. If you did not win, you did not run either
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Warriors accept that they may die, but must fight without fleeing.
- In plain terms
- If you are born to fight, you must win or stand, not run.
- What can you take from it?
- Courage means facing your fate without escaping.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is running not an option?
- What does honor cost you?
Another view
It ignores the value of survival or retreat.
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