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
Union can achieve everything when sustained by gallant hearts and correct principles, while anarchy and insubordination must fail in the achievement of every thing beneficial and glorious to mankind.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Unity and strong values lead to success, while chaos and disobedience hinder progress.
In this quote, Sam Houston emphasizes the power of unity and principled actions in achieving great successes. He contrasts this with the inevitability of failure that comes with disorder and rebellion, suggesting that a cohesive and courageous community can overcome challenges and contribute positively to humanity.
Themes
UnityLeadershipPrinciplesSuccessAnarchyFailure
In practice
Example use cases
During a team-building workshop to emphasize the importance of collaboration.
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I have ever been opposed to banks, - opposed to internal improvements by the general government, - opposed to distribution of public lands among the states, - opposed to taking the power from the hands of the people, - opposed to special monopolies, - opposed to a protective tariff, - opposed to a latitudinal construction of the constitution, - opposed to slavery agitation and disunion. This is my democracy. Point to a single act of my public career not in keeping with these principles.
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