Admire and adore the Author of the telescopic universe, love and esteem the work, do all in your power to lessen ill, and increase good, but never assume to comprehend.
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You will think me transported with Enthusiasm but I am not. — I am well aware of the Toil and Blood and Treasure, that it will cost Us to maintain this Declaration, and support and defend these States. — Yet through all the Gloom I can see the Rays of ravishing Light and Glory. I can see that the End is more than worth all the Means. And that Posterity will tryumph in that Days Transaction, even altho We should rue it, which I trust in God We shall not.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses the struggles and sacrifices needed for a noble cause, emphasizing hope for a better future despite current hardships.
In this quote, John Adams reflects on the significant challenges, including toil and sacrifice, that come with upholding a noble declaration for the sake of future generations. He acknowledges the difficulties ahead but conveys a sense of hope, asserting that the potential glory and benefits for posterity outweigh the current sacrifices. This conveys a mindset of perseverance and bravery in the face of adversity.
Themes
SacrificeCourageHopeStruggleFuture
In practice
Example use cases
A motivational speech on perseverance in difficult times.
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