Saint Ambrose Quotes

I do not believe in a fate that falls on men however they act; but I do believe in a fate that falls on them unless they act.

It would have been more comfortable to remain silent.

If you don't speak out now when it matters, when would it matter for you to speak out?

We know what happens to people who stay in the middle of the road. They get run down.

There are hazards in anything one does but there are greater hazards in doing nothing.

When men hold their peace, the stones will cry out.

He that would speak the truth must have one foot in the stirrup.

If you don’t act, the danger becomes stronger

Who does not talk cannot be judged. Who does not shoot the penalty cannot miss.

...all them things I don't know could get you killed if I come to know them

...if you dance with dragons, you must expect to burn.

If she doesn't speak, she is making a choice. If she doesn't try, she can lose her chance forever. -An-mei

I think it's much better to have your eyes open, but on the other hand, of course it can do harm if you tell people look, there's all these terrible things you can do and then some idiot may go ahead and do it.

We cannot withdraw our cards from the game. Were we as silent and mute as stones, our very passivity would be an act.

Those who act will fail. Those who seize will lose.

A good messenger expects to get shot.

Those who deny the science or choose excuses over action are playing with fire.

Clutch the bramble and you will be pricked.

Those who do nothing are inviting shame as well as violence. Those who act boldly are recognizing right as well as reality.

What heart can think, or tongue express, The harm that groweth of idleness?

How much damage will have been done before we act?

If you cannot bear the silence and the darkness, do not go there; if you dislike black night and yawning chasms, never make them your profession. If you fear the sound of water hurrying through crevices toward unknown and mysterious destinations, do not consider it. Seek out the sunshine. It is a simple prescription. Avoid the darkness.

Anything you throw yourself into, you better get yourself out of.

Hesitation will get you killed.