But do not harbor a thought that mine is the joy of fear.

Logan never felt fear.
He will not turn on his heel to save his life.

Who is there to mourn for Logan?
Not one." * * Some writers have questioned the authenticity of Logan's speech, inclining to think that Gibson himself composed it, partly because of the biblical suggestion in the first few lines.

That Gibson gave biblical phraseology to these lines is apparent, though, as Adair points out there are many examples of similitude in Indian and biblical expression.

But the thought is Indian and relates to the first article of the Indian's creed, namely, to share his food with the needy.