1. "Courage is a weapon of Light. The spirit clothed in the armor of courage is invincible. Courage is the unconscious knowledge of the spirit that its seed is indestructible and indestructible. Act in spirit..." [Facets of Agni Yoga 1959, 323]
2. "Courage is strengthened by the realization that life is indestructible." [Supermundane, 751]
3. "Courage is born of a pure heart." [Heart, 15]
4. "Courage can only be found in the heart. In the reasoning that arises from the convolutions of the brain one can find an intelligent distribution of forces, but the courage that proceeds on the straightest, most luminous path cannot live outside the heart. Judge this fact by the antipode of courage, fear. Fear first acts upon the heart and from there flies to the extremities." [Heart, 201]
5. "Even the tenderest, most compassionate heart should not be lacking in courage. The heart is a rock on which strongholds are built. Can a stronghold prevail without courage and solemnity? In the most straitened circumstances courage gives breadth to one’s outlook and solemnity impels one to the Heights. Seekers should be tireless in their quest for courage and solemnity." [Heart, 476]
6. "Courage opens all doors. “It is impossible,” we utter ourselves; whereas, all that exists cries out, “It is possible!”" [New Era Community, 58]
7. "... Courage is the shortest path." [Supermundane, 840]
8. "Take notice, there has been success only where there has been complete courage." [New Era Community, 48]
9. "If courage is lost, then everything is lost, because only courage feeds the spark of the spirit in us. There is no spirituality without courage. It is not for nothing that courage was the basis everywhere in all the Teachings and in the words of Christ. Did Christ not say that he brought a Sword, namely the Sword of the Spirit or Courage? Did not St. Sergius educate and temper the Russian spirit in severity and courage?" [Letters of Helena Roerich in 9 Volumes - 3. 055]
10. "Courage affirms the best solutions." [Aum, 460]
11. "Truth is the sole source of courage." [Leaves of Morya’s Garden II, 255]
12. "The Light of Truth is the light of courage..." [Brotherhood, 580]
13. "In knowledge is the end of fear." [New Era Community, 194]
14. "Wisdom is courageous, for it is based on the test." [Supermundane, 516]
15. "...The synthesis of wisdom and courage is a strong guarantee of success." [Supermundane, 595]
16. "After courage comes calm. A coward cannot arm himself with calm. But how wondrous is the calm of truth’s sword. That is why you should often remind yourself that the gate of courage is absolutely essential." [Heart, 240]
17. "Pluck up courage and walk like lions – that is how podvig grows." [Leaves of Morya’s Garden II, 71]
18. "The ray of courage will lead you over obstacles..." [Leaves of Morya’s Garden II, 353]
19. "In happiness, fear is eradicated. ...Courage is the shield of happiness. But such a shield must be forged in the fire of a feat. In any everyday life, in every work, the armor of a feat can be forged." [Happiness by Nicholas Roerich]
20. "The degree of courage is tested by the power of the danger being confronted, true courage waxing stronger as the intensity of the danger increases." [Heart, 484]
21. "Amidst the concepts of courage, the most invincible is the courage of the flaming heart when, with full decisiveness, with full realization of achievement, the warrior knows only the path of advance. To this achievement of courage only the extreme degree of the courage of desperation is comparable. With the same speed with which the courage of the flaming heart overcomes the future, desperation flees from the past. Thus, where the courage of the flaming heart is lacking, let there be the courage of desperation. Only thus can the warrior gain victory when the offensive is great. All other aspects of courage are of no significance, because in them will be halfwayness. This quality, next to cowardice and treason, must be avoided." [Hierarchy, 314]
22. "Courage is driven away at each attack of self-pity." [Aum, 502]
23. "The Thinker advised the testing of one’s courage in all ordinary, everyday events. He said, “The one who can resolve domestic problems will not fear the most threatening attack.”" [Supermundane, 516]
24. "It is not easy to teach the understanding that inner courage is a constant readiness for bold thinking and action. …If heroic actions are formed first in the mind, a radiant aura is built. And when this light becomes strong enough, the dreams can be turned into action. … But one should have a big store of such dreams of daring. Inner courage can dare. ...Podvig can take place under any earthly conditions. The Thinker said, “It is not only those who wear helmets who are warriors.”” [Supermundane, 607]
25. "Fear is an ignorantly and hospitably open door for the very phenomenon that a person is afraid of, while courage is a fortress protected and guarded by strong walls with tightly closed gates. Courage is an impenetrable shield. It is necessary to throw all fears out of consciousness with a firm hand. The guard on the tower keeps a sharp lookout for enemies, but does not open the gates of the stronghold to them." [Facets of Agni Yoga 1953, 617]
26. "...The experiences of life teach courage. It has been said, “Each coward will tremble so long as he does not find the diamond of courage."" [Brotherhood, 374]
27. "Courage enables one to array oneself in impenetrable armor." [Brotherhood, 403]
28. "The courage of daring is the key to achievement." [Facets of Agni Yoga 1963, 632]
29. "We get according to the law of daring. ...Your possibilities are limited only by the courage and fire of your daring." [Facets of Agni Yoga 1951, 191]
30. "In the aspiration of the spirit, the nobility of courage and justice is born. Assert yourself in courage and daring..." [Letters of Helena Roerich in 9 Volumes - 1. 098]
31. "Drive away all fears and preconceived thoughts that weave the veils of Maya. How many better opportunities were lost because people were afraid to knock where everything was prepared for them, where all the doors were open to them. Action and courage will point many ways. "Fortune favours the bold" is a great truth." [Letters of Helena Roerich in 9 Volumes - 5. 092]
32. "Yes, fear must be overcome, because it is a big obstacle on all paths of progress. No one needs reckless courage, but a reasonable attitude to dangers should be developed throughout life."[Letters of Helena Roerich in 9 Volumes - 1. 165]
33. "Courage is combined with prudence and caution. Reckless courage is not far from stupidity. We welcome courage, but in combination with intelligence." [Facets of Agni Yoga 1965, 219]
34. "... The fiery potential of the innermost divine essence of man is inexhaustible and unlimited in its possibilities. The hoarseness of human weakness cries out: “I can't!”, but the courage of daring, the courage of fearlessness calmly, and firmly, and simply say: “I can, I can do everything, I will overcome everything and I will get the joy of victory.” ...Where victory is decided, it is inevitable there." [Facets of Agni Yoga 1957, 70]
35. "There are no miracles, but there is knowledge and understanding of the capabilities of the human apparatus. ...Everything is available and possible, but dare, but find the courage to recognize your opportunities." [Facets of Agni Yoga 1956, 452]
36. "...Move forward more boldly, with all the strength of the spirit. The shackles of the Earth will not hold you back. Good fortune will lead the courageous ones onward." [Leaves of Morya’s Garden II, 57]
37. "You need to have the ascetic courage to remind passers-by at the crossroads of the hustle and bustle about where they are going and why they are going." [What for by Nicholas Roerich]
38. "Every mistake must be a bridge to new knowledge, not an obstacle. Every erroneous stumbling can be a stepping-stone to the future. There are many mistakes in life; they can all be turned into fiery good if they have not undermined one’s courage. Let us not wail and blame our fate, which is but a logical consequence of human deeds. …The Thinker said, “Let victory over the past open the gates to the Future.” [Supermundane, 829]
39. "The scientist says that fear is a spasm of vibrations caused by a disharmonious lack of understanding. Careful thought will show that fear is born of ignorance. Many definitions of fear could be cited. They all attest that fear weakens the will and thus renders one defenseless. …The courageous researcher knows that the human essence is indestructible, and that the strongest paroxysm of vibrations can be overcome by the will. But the necessary tension must be developed. No one can be protected from fear if he does not wish to overcome it himself. Man should always remember that disharmony can weaken him, and he must consciously protect himself with the shield of will power." [Supermundane, 830]
40. "Courage comes from knowing one's path. Otherwise, each one who tries a closed door would already be seen as a hero. What awaits behind the threshold? The Agni Yogi smiles at this." [Agni Yoga, 257]
