Alas! Had I been in the Church prison, to which I submitted myself, and been guarded by the Clergy instead of my enemies, as I was promised, this misfortune would not have come to me! Ah! I appeal to God, the Great Judge, for the great injuries done to me!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- She blames broken promises regarding her imprisonment by clergy.
- In plain terms
- I was promised clergy protection but received enemies.
- What can you take from it?
- Broken promises lead to suffering.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who breaks promises?
- Where do you seek justice?
Another view
Appealing to higher judges may not bring relief.
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