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The Lion King Principles Quotes

How we cite our quotes: All quotations are from The Lion King.

Quote #1

MUFASA: Everything you see exists together in a delicate balance. As king, you need to understand that balance and respect all creatures, from the crawling ant to the leaping antelope.

Mufasa lectures Simba on the Circle of Life, one of the most important principles in the animal kingdom.

Quote #2

MUFASA: I'm only brave when I have to be.

Simba made the mistake of thinking that being king was all about showboating—and not about courage and meting out justice.

Quote #3

MUFASA: Being brave doesn't mean you go looking for trouble.

Mufasa schools Simba on those kingly principles again.