I had much rather be adorned by beauty of character than by jewels. Jewels are the gift of fortune, character comes from within.
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Good courage in a bad affair is half of the evil overcome.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Having courage in difficult situations helps to diminish the challenges we face.
This quote by Plautus emphasizes the importance of courage when confronting adversity. It suggests that possessing a brave heart and a positive mindset in tough situations can significantly reduce the severity of the problems and help one to overcome them more effectively.
Themes
CourageAdversityChallengesBraveryStrength
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used to inspire a team facing a tough project deadline.
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