The work of woman is not to lessen the severity or the certainty of the penalty for the violation of the moral law, but to prevent this violation by the removal of the causes which lead to it.
Susan B. AnthonyRead
I shall earnestly and persistently continue to urge all women to the practical recognition of the old Revolutionary maxim. Resistance to tyranny is obedience to God.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of standing against oppression and recognizes it as a moral duty.
Susan B. Anthony highlights the critical role of resistance against tyranny, framing it not merely as a political act but a moral obligation that aligns with divine will. This reflects her commitment to advocating for women's rights and social justice, suggesting that standing up against injustice is inherently righteous and necessary for true obedience to a higher moral authority.
Themes
ResistanceTyrannyObedienceJusticeWomen'S Rights
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech advocating for women's rights.
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We ask justice, we ask equality, we ask that all the civil and political rights that belong to citizens of the United States, be guaranteed to us and our daughters forever.
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