Quote by Michel de Montaigne

It is the part of cowardliness, and not of virtue, to seek to squat itself in some hollow lurking hole, or to hide herself under some massive tomb, thereby to shun the strokes of fortune.

It is the part of cowardliness, and not of virtue, to seek t

Summary

This quote suggests that hiding or avoiding challenges and difficulties is not a trait of virtue but an act of cowardice. It criticizes those who seek shelter or escape from unfavorable situations instead of facing them head-on. The quote implies that true bravery and virtue lie in confronting the uncertainties of life and dealing with them directly, rather than trying to evade them.

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By Michel de Montaigne

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