We do not go to cowards for tender dealing; there is nothing so cruel as panic; the man who has least fear for his own carcase, has most time to consider others.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Courage allows one to consider others, while panic leads to cruelty.
- In plain terms
- Cowardice causes cruelty, but brave people have time to think of others.
- What can you take from it?
- Courage helps you care for others, while fear makes you cruel.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you react when you are afraid?
- What does it take to remain kind in a crisis?
Another view
Some people act cruelly even when not fearful.
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