The boy stood on the burning deck, Whence all but him had fled; The flame that lit the battle's wreck Shone round him o'er the dead.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A boy stays brave on a burning ship while others flee.
- In plain terms
- While others fled the fire, one boy stood alone on the deck.
- What can you take from it?
- Courage means standing firm when others abandon the scene.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What defines bravery?
- When to stay or leave?
Another view
Standing firm can be dangerous if not needed.
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