And a firm will, and a deep sense, Which even in torture can descry Its own concenter'd recompense, Triumphant where it dares defy
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A firm will and deep sense can recognize its own reward even in torture, triumphing when it dares to defy.
- In plain terms
- Strong will finds reward even in suffering.
- What can you take from it?
- Resilience brings its own payoff.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is pain always a path to reward?
Another view
Idealizes suffering as necessary for triumph.
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