Quote#Courage
The human race are sons of sorrow born
Quote byDavid Mallet
Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: Alfred (1740).
English (original)
The human race are sons of sorrow born; And each must have his portion. Vulgar minds Refuse or cranch beneath their load: the brave Bear theirs without repining.
— David Mallet
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