"Build me a son, O Lord, who will be strong enough to know when he is weak, and brave enough to face himself when he is afraid, one who will be proud and unbending in honest defeat, and humble and gentle in victory"

This quote by Douglas MacArthur speaks to the importance of having a strong ethical character. He is requesting for a boy who is strong enough to acknowledge his own weak points and brave enough to confront his fears. He desires a son who is happy and unbending in the face of sincere defeat, and simple and gentle in victory. MacArthur is stressing the significance of having a strong moral compass and the ability to acknowledge one's own strengths and weaknesses. He is requesting a boy who is not scared to admit his errors and gain from them, and who is modest enough to acknowledge his successes without ending up being arrogant. MacArthur is requesting a child who is not only strong and brave, but likewise wise and caring. He is requesting for a kid who is not just strong in body, however likewise strong in character.