Could a man find courage
Without first knowing fear
Daring beyond its grip
Even in its trembling wake
Could courage come to one
Ignorant of its reign
The brave overcome weakness
By the will to forsake loss
Cowardness has allies
Life without resolve
And sacrifice unreconciled
By the preservation of self
Go then, and live on
And if you find death's door
Knock hard with resolve
So as to dull its sting