Character Quotes
Courage is the most important of all the virtues because without courage, you can’t practice any other virtue consistently.
"Courage is the most important of all the virtues because without courage, you can’t practice any other virtue consistently."— Maya Angelou
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Meaning of this quote
Courage supports keeping to an ethical commitment when it becomes difficult. Angelou connects bravery with the consistent practice of other virtues.
Key takeaway:
Practise your values even when doing so requires courage.
Origin of the quote
A documented Angelou statement with several published and recorded versions.
Who actually said this?
VerifiedThe core statement is supported by dated interview references and her recorded Iconoclasts discussion. Compare row 395 for another version.
