Quote by Miguel de Cervantes

Liberty is one of the most precious gifts which heaven has bestowed on man; with it we cannot compare the treasures which the earth contains or the sea conceals; for liberty, as for honor, we can and ought to risk our lives; and, on for the other hand, captivity is the greatest evil that can befall man.

Liberty is one of the most precious gifts which heaven has b

Summary

This quote emphasizes the immeasurable value and significance of liberty to mankind. It asserts that liberty surpasses any earthly treasures or secrets held by the land or the sea. The quote underscores the belief that both honor and liberty are worth sacrificing one's life for, whereas captivity is seen as the supreme adversity that can befall a person. The quote highlights the enormous importance of freedom in human life and categorizes captivity as the ultimate tragedy.

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