Quote by Christian Nestell Bovee

Good men have the fewest fears. He has but one great fear who fears to do wrong he has a thousand who has overcome it.

Good men have the fewest fears. He has but one great fear wh

Summary

This quote suggests that a truly good person experiences fewer fears compared to those who are not morally upright. The reason being that a person with strong ethical principles fears only one thing, which is doing something wrong or immoral. However, someone who has conquered this fear by consistently choosing the morally right path can be burdened by numerous fears because they constantly recognize the consequences and potential harm of immoral actions. Ultimately, this quote highlights the importance of ethical behavior in reducing fear and cultivating a virtuous character.

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