When man first saw the camel, he was so frightened at his vastsize that he ran away. After a time, perceiving the meekness1 andgentleness of the beast's temper, he summoned courage enough toapproach him. Soon afterwards, observing that he was an animalaltogether deficient2 in spirit, he assumed such boldness as toput a bridle3 in his mouth, and to let a child drive him. 
Use serves to overcome dread4. 