Almighty and eternal Lord God, the great Creator of heaven and earth, and the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ; look down from heaven in pity and compassion upon me thy servant, who humbly prostrate myself before thee.
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We began a contest for liberty ill provided with the means for the war, relying on our patriotism to supply the deficiency. We expected to encounter many wants and distressed we must bear the present evils and fortitude
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects the reliance on inner strength and patriotism during challenging times for the pursuit of freedom.
George Washington expresses the challenges faced in the struggle for liberty, emphasizing the lack of resources and the need for resilience. He highlights that despite the difficulties and evils encountered, it is the courage and patriotism that sustain the fight for freedom.
Themes
LibertyPatriotismCourageResilienceFreedom
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a motivational speech about overcoming adversity in pursuit of a noble cause.
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