Courage is rightly esteemed the first of human qualities, because it is the quality which guarantees all others.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Courage is considered the most important human trait because it enables all other virtues to exist.
- In plain terms
- You need courage to be good at anything else.
- What can you take from it?
- Build your character on bravery first.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What virtue cannot exist without courage?
- Is courage innate or learned?
Another view
Courage without wisdom can lead to reckless actions.
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