Courage
The virtue every era demands
From ancient battlefields to civil rights marches — courage is the foundation upon which all other virtues rest.
20th century, South Africa
Modern African Leadership
Courage is not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it.
4th century BC, Greece
Ancient Greek Philosophy
The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.
19th century, United States
Pragmatism / Psychology
Be not afraid of life. Believe that life is worth living, and your belief will help create the fact.
20th century, United States
Modern Democracy
The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
20th century, United States
American Aphorist
A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for.
7th century, Arabia
Islam
In the name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful — do not lose heart nor fall into despair, for you will triumph if you are believers.
20th century, France/United States
Modern Literature
Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage.
