Quote#Courage
Fear, guilt, despair, and moon-struck frenzy rush
Quote byElijah Fenton · 1683–1730
Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: Mariamne: A Tragedy (1723), Act V, Scene VII, pp. 66–67.
English (original)
Fear, guilt, despair, and moon-struck frenzy rush On voluntary death: the wise and brave, When the fierce storms of fortune round 'em roar, Combat the billows with redoubled force: Then, if they perish ere the port is gained, They sink with decent pride; and from the deep Honour retrieves them, bright as rising stars.
— Elijah Fenton
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