In peace or in war I have stood by thy side - My country, for thee I have lived, would have died! But I am cast off, my career now is run, And I wander abroad like the prodigal son - Where the wild savage roves, and the broad prairies spread, The fallen - despised - will again go ahead.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author laments being cast aside by his country despite past loyalty, comparing himself to a prodigal son.
- In plain terms
- I gave my country everything but now I'm cast out like a prodigal son.
- What can you take from it?
- Loyalty may not guarantee lasting reward.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you owe your country?
- How do you handle rejection?
Another view
It assumes the country owes you something.
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