Few men are born brave. Many become so through training and force of discipline.
Publius Flavius Vegetius RenatusRead
We find that the Romans owed the conquest of the world to no other cause than continual military training, exact observance of discipline in their camps, and unwearied cultivation of the other arts of war.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of discipline and continuous practice in achieving success.
Publius Flavius Vegetius Renatus highlights that the Romans' dominance over the world can be attributed to their relentless military training, strict adherence to discipline in their camps, and dedication to mastering various arts of war. This underscores the belief that consistent effort, commitment to discipline, and skill development are crucial elements for achieving greatness and success.
Themes
DisciplineTrainingSuccessMilitaryCommitment
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech about the importance of hard work and dedication in achieving goals.
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