Blandishments will not fascinate us, nor will threats of a 'halter' intimidate. For, under God, we are determined that wheresoever, whensoever, or howsoever we shall be called to make our exit, we will die free men.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- External pressures cannot sway the determination to maintain freedom and dignity even in death.
- In plain terms
- We will die free no matter what happens.
- What can you take from it?
- Hold fast to liberty regardless of cost.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What principles would you die for?
- How do you define a free life?
Another view
Survival sometimes requires temporary compromise.
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