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What does it mean?
Courage remains valuable and relevant regardless of the time or era.
In plain terms
Bravery is always useful and never outdated.
What can you take from it?
Courage is a timeless virtue.

Where it applies

  • challenging times
  • personal challenges
  • ethical decisions

Putting it to work

  • valuing courage always
  • acting boldly

Questions to consider

  • Does bravery always look the same in every era?

Another view

Bravery without direction can lead to reckless outcomes.

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