I desire not to keep my place in this government an hour longer than I may preserve England in its just rights, and may protect the people of God in such a just liberty of their consciences...
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- States he will resign if he cannot protect rights and religious liberty.
- In plain terms
- I will stay only to protect rights and conscience.
- What can you take from it?
- Stay in office only to protect rights.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes you quit office?
- When is integrity more important?
Another view
Resignation may not always be possible even when principles are compromised.
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