Good nature is more agreeable in conversation than wit and gives a certain air to the countenance which is more amiable than beauty.
Joseph AddisonRead
Unbounded courage and compassion join'd, Tempering each other in the victor's mind, Alternately proclaim him good and great, And make the hero and the man complete.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Courage and compassion are key traits that together define a true hero.
This quote highlights the importance of both courage and compassion in defining a hero. It suggests that a hero is not just someone who exhibits bravery, but also someone who possesses empathy and kindness, with each quality balancing the other to create a complete and admirable character.
Themes
CourageCompassionHeroGreatnessCharacter
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about leadership qualities.
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