We view ourselves on the eve of battle. We are nerved for the conquest and must conquer or perish. It is vain to look for present aid: None is at hand. We must now act or abandon all hope!
Sam HoustonRead
In the name of the constitution of Texas, which has been trampled upon, I refuse to take this oath. I love Texas too well to bring civil strife and bloodshed upon her.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Sam Houston expresses his loyalty to Texas and his refusal to take an oath that could lead to conflict.
In this quote, Sam Houston reflects his deep love and commitment to Texas, emphasizing that he cannot support actions that would bring harm or conflict to his beloved state. He chooses integrity over loyalty to a potentially unjust cause, showcasing the importance of valuing one's principles and the well-being of the community over personal ambitions or obligations.
Themes
TexasOathCivil StrifeLoyaltyIntegrity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used during a political debate to emphasize the importance of upholding moral values.
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There would be no difficulty in securing the rights of the people and the liberties of Texas if men would march to their duty and not fly like recreants from danger. Texas must be defended and liberty maintained.
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