No man can be subject to any laws, excepting those which have received the assent of himself or his representatives and which are promulgated beforehand and applied legally.
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An irresistible passion that would induce me to believe in innate ideas and the truth of prophecy has decided my career. I have always loved liberty with the enthusiasm which actuates the religious man with the passion of a lover and with the conviction of a geometrician.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a deep passion for liberty and the belief in innate truths, highlighting a blend of emotional and logical conviction.
Marquis De Lafayette articulates a profound connection between his love for liberty and an almost religious fervor, comparing it to the devotion of a believer and the certainty of a mathematician. This suggests that his commitment to freedom is not just emotional but also rooted in a belief in fundamental truths, which has shaped the trajectory of his life and career.
Themes
LibertyPassionTruthIdealsConviction
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a speech about the importance of freedom in today's society.
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The affairs of America I shall ever look upon as my first business whilst I am in Europe. Any confidence from the king and ministers, any popularity I may have among my own countrymen, any means in my power, shall be, to the best of my skill, and till the end of my life, exerted in behalf of an interest I have so much at heart.
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