Cowards die several times before their death. However the valiant taste death only once in life’s breath. Because they are steadfast when in front of any threat.
They would much rather die then fail their inner test. They will go to any extent to finish their quest. But for the brave, they finish what they start in the face of injuries and stress.
The courageous pick apart the opposition as if they were playing a game of chess. And those who are truly heroic, help the ones who are in distress. Helping to bring gallantry to those who may keep it suppressed.
And when it’s their turn to be heroes the courage taught to them, may make those they help truly blessed.
Author notes
When your time comes to die, be not like those whose hearts are filled with fear of death, so that when their time comes they weep and pray for a little more time to live their lives over again in a different way. Sing your death song, and die like a hero going home.
- Tecumseh
"Cowards die many times before their deaths, The valiant never taste of death but once." William Shakespeare
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Comments
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I found this one very interesting and I really like it. A very well written take off of the quote.
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Thanks for reading and commenting.
Allawy
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i liked the third verse a lot, but what quote did you use? it didn't say in your note. good job and good luck
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Thanks for the great comment. Sorry about the confusion the Quote info is up now.
Allawy
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