Three hundred men hastened forth, wearing gold torques, defending the land - and there was slaughter. Though they were slain they slew, and they shall be honoured to the end of the world; and of all us kinsmen who went, alas, but for one man none escaped.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A large group of warriors fought bravely and died, yet they are remembered forever.
- In plain terms
- Brave warriors died but are honored forever.
- What can you take from it?
- Valor can be celebrated even in defeat.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a sacrifice worth remembering?
- Does heroism require survival?
Another view
Glorifying death may ignore the tragedy of loss.
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