Did Richard the Lionheart really say 'He who fears to lose, will surely lose.'?

Richard the Lionheart Quote Source & Citation:

He who fears to lose, will surely lose.

— Richard the Lionheart Medieval · English king, Crusader

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"The lion does not concern himself with the opinions of sheep."

"No peace with infidels!"

"He who fears to be conquered is sure of defeat."

"He who fears God fears nothing else."

"My enemies will know my wrath."

A general aphorism attributed to him, reflecting his aggressive military philosophy.

Date: c. 1180s-1190s

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