True courage lies in knowing not when to take a life, but when to spare one.

Source: The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) epic fantasy adventure film and the first installment in The Hobbit motion picture trilogy based on the novel by J. R. R. Tolkien.

Courage is not just walking into the lion’s den but also turning and locking the gate behind you.

Courage is not defined by those who fought and did not fall, but by those who fought, fell and rose again.

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Courage is like a muscle. We strengthen it with use.

Source: Ruth Gordon, L’Officiel (Summer 1980). Complete Quote: Courage is very important. Like a muscle, it is strengthened by use.

Courage is found in unlikely places.

Courage is fear that has said its prayers.

Courage is doing what you’re afraid to do. There can be no courage unless you’re scared.