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Courage is of the heart by derivation,_x000D_ _x000D_ And great it is. But fear is of the soul.
Robert Frost
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Courage is a quality of the heart, while fear originates from the depths of the soul.

This quote by Robert Frost suggests that courage is a noble trait that comes from our innermost feelings and heart, indicating its importance and greatness. In contrast, fear stems from a deeper, more existential part of ourselves, hinting at the complexity of human emotions and the challenges we must face in attaining bravery despite our fears.

Themes

CourageFearHeartSoulBravery

In practice

Example use cases

In a motivational speech about overcoming fear, one might say this quote to inspire the audience.

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