Two such as you with such a master speed, cannot be parted nor be swept away, from one another once you are agreed, that life is only life forevermore, together wing to wing and oar to oar.
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Courage is of the heart by derivation,_x000D_ _x000D_ And great it is. But fear is of the soul.
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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