Patrick Henry
Quotes by This Author
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“[I]t is natural to man to indulge in the illusions of hope. We are apt to shut our eyes against a painful truth, and listen to the song of that siren, till she transforms us into beasts. Is this the part of wise men, engaged in a great and arduous struggle for liberty? Are we disposed to be of the number of those who, having eyes, see not, and having ears, hear not, the things which so nearly concern their temporal salvation? For my part, whatever anguish of spirit it may cost, I am willing to know the whole truth; to know the worst and to provide for it.” (Patrick Henry, in his famous oration at St. John’s Church 1775.)  |
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“Guard with jealous attention the public liberty. Suspect everyone who approaches that jewel.” (Patrick Henry) |
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“The liberties of a people never were, or ever will be, secure when the transactions of their rulers may be concealed from them.” (Patrick Henry) |
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“Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take: but as for me give me liberty or give me death!” (Patrick Henry, The War Inevitable, March 1775.) |
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