Quotes About Honor

You cannot choose your battlefield, God does that for you; But you can plant a standard Where a standard never flew. —STEPHEN CRANE, "The Colors

There's never been a noble war except in the history books and propaganda movies. It's a bloody, dirty, cruel, costly mistake in almost every case, as it was in this war that would end so badly. But the young soldiers can be and often are noble, selfless, and honorable. They don't fight for a flag or a president or mom and apple pie. When it comes down to it they fight and die for each other, and that is reason enough for them, and for me.

A good wife is far more precious than jewels. The heart of her husband trusts in her and he will have no lack of gain. She brings him good and not harm, all the days of her life.

Every man has his price. For some it's money, for some it's women, for others glory. But the honest man you don't have to buy - he winds up costing you nothing.

Until I die, I will maintain my integrity. (27:2–5) This

a symptom of a widespread social ill: "the vain principle of personal honor," an insidious ideal that led "the youth of the present age of the world" to demand violent satisfaction for any insult. To Bennett and others, Colt's murderous deed was the direct consequence of this "false and bloody code" and Colt himself the living incarnation of what was widely perceived as a prevailing social pathology.

We're paying the highest tribute you can pay a man. We trust him to do right. It's that simple.

But, of old, there was One whose suffering changed an instrument of torture, degradation and shame, into a symbol of glory, honor, and immortal life; and, where His spirit is, neither degrading stripes, nor blood, nor insults, can make the Christian's last struggle less than glorious.

Ah, good brother! is it fair for you to expect of us services which your own brave, honorable heart would not allow you to render, were you in our place?

What office is there which involves more responsibility, which requires more qualifications, and which ought, therefore, to be more honorable, than that of teaching?

The Five Keys 1.Always be involved in her life 2.Respect and honor her mom. 3.Treasure every moment with her. 4.Pray for her every day. 5.Be her hero.

A gold watch is the most appropriate gift for retirement, as its recipients have given up so many of their golden hours in a lifetime of service.

It has been my honor to support and work with President Barack Obama, a man who has brought courage and character to the presidency. President Obama's strength of character leads him to do the right thing, even when it isn't the easy thing.

Since childhood at my mother's knee, I have believed in honor, ethics and right living as its own reward. I find a very small minority who agree with me on that premise.

I would rather be a Medal of Honor recipient then the President of the United States!

Don't make a noise for your actions, let your actions speak for you.

I never make a movie for awards consideration. I will use the hope of getting an Academy Award a) to honor the people who work so hard and also b) it's the greatest Good Housekeeping seal in the world. It's the greatest brand. It's as good as Louis Vuitton and Dior in the world of moviemaking. It's the Super Bowl.

Vlad made a mental note to amend the friend code: thou shalt not date the girl that thy best friend has a crush on...nor shalt thou try sticking thy best friend in the chest with a sharp hunk of wood.

I—I brought you from your home. But then discovered how much I loved you. Christa, you and Josiah are my life. And love is far stronger than any need for honor or glory in the West! You hold my heart in your hands. Carry it tenderly, my love. But carry it with you wherever you would go. The future is yours to decide.

no one deserved the finest the American public could give more than the men and women who served in the military.

Every police officer, every National Guardsman and woman, every person in law enforcement, as well as in the military, knew that they put their lives on the line. But none did so with the expectation of facing enemy fire in the way that these soldiers had.

My name will be written in fiery letters on the Champs Elysees.

I will honor Christmas all the year, and try to keep it in my heart. —Charles Dickens

When we honor our souls' truth, in whatever form that comes to us, and have the courage to follow where it leads, in spite of challenges, distractions or unexpected detours that come our way--the reply from the Spirit world is truly miraculous.