God forgive you, but I never can.
Elizabeth IRead
There is nothing about which I am more anxious than my country, and for its sake I am willing to die ten deaths, if that be possible.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects a deep commitment to one's country and a willingness to sacrifice for its well-being.
This quote by Elizabeth I emphasizes the profound emotional connection and loyalty one can feel towards their country. It conveys a readiness to make ultimate sacrifices, showcasing the idea that the speaker values her nation's welfare above personal safety or comfort, indicating a strong sense of duty and patriotism.
Themes
PatriotismSacrificeCountryDutyLoyalty
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can inspire students during a patriotic assembly.
More from Elizabeth I
All quotes βAnd therefore I am come amongst you at this time, not as for my recreation or sport, but being resolved, in the midst and heat of the battle, to live or die amongst you all; to lay down, for my God, and for my kingdom, and for my people, my honour and my blood, even the dust. I know I have but the body of a weak and feeble woman; but I have the heart of a king, and of a king of England, too.
Elizabeth IRead
Brass shines as fair to the ignorant as gold to the goldsmiths.
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I know I have the body of a weak and feeble woman, but I have the heart and stomach of a king, and of a king of England too.
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There is only one Christ, Jesus, one faith. All else is a dispute over trifles.
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Fear not, we are of the nature of the lion, and cannot descend to the destruction of mice and such small beasts.
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