The strangest, most generous, and proudest of all virtues is true courage.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- True courage is the rarest and most honorable virtue among all.
- In plain terms
- Real courage is the best and proudest virtue.
- What can you take from it?
- Value genuine bravery above all other traits.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is true courage?
- Have you shown courage?
Another view
Courage can be mistaken for recklessness.
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