Lieutenant-General Cromwell...a member of the House of Commons, long famous for godliness and zeal to his country, of great note for his service in the House, accepted of a commission at the very beginning of this war, wherein he served his country faithfully, and it was observed God was with him, and he began to be renowned.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A man recognized for piety and service gained fame through faithful military work.
- In plain terms
- Cromwell was known for being religious and serving his country well in war.
- What can you take from it?
- Reputation grows from consistent service and perceived divine favor.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How is reputation built?
- Does success prove righteousness?
Another view
Attributing success to divine favor ignores human effort and strategy.
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