Quotes for All
The spectator and historian of [Belisarius’s] exploits has observed, that amidst the perils of war, he was daring without rashness, prudent without fear, slow or rapid according to the exigencies of the moment; that in the deepest distress he was animated by real or apparent hope, but that he was modest and humble in the … Read more
Rash actions are seldom committed in isolation. With the first rash action we always do too much. So we usually go on to commit asecond one–and then we do too little. Friedrich Nietzsche
Now see what a Christian is, drawn by the hand of Christ. He is a man on whose clear and open brow God has set the stamp of truth; one whose very eye beams bright with honor; in whose very look and bearing you may see freedom, manliness, veracity; a brave man–a noble man–frank, generous, … Read more
Before thy undertaking of any design, weigh the glory of thy action with the danger of the attempt; if the glory outweigh the danger, it is cowardice to neglect it; if the danger exceed the glory, it is rashness to attempt it; if the balances stand poised, let thy own genius cast them. Francis Quarles
We want to sing the love of danger, the habit of energy and rashness. Filippo Tommaso Marinetti
Rashness is oftener the resort of cowardice than of courage. Duke of Wellington
You look rather rash my dear your colors don’t quite match your face. Daisy Ashford
When young, we trust ourselves too much, and we trust others too little when old. Rashness is the error of youth, timid caution of age. Manhood is the isthmus between the two extremes; the ripe and fertile season of action, when alone we can hope to find the head to contrive, united with the hand … Read more
It is only the young and callow and ignorant that admire rashness. Think before you speak. Know your subject. Cass Gilbert
Reckless haste makes poor speed. Benjamin Franklin