Quote by John Greenleaf Whittier

When faith is lost, when honor dies, the man is dead.

When faith is lost, when honor dies, the man is dead.

Summary

This quote suggests that faith and honor are integral aspects of a person's character and identity. Without faith, which can refer to both religious or personal beliefs, and honor, which implies integrity and moral principles, a person loses their sense of purpose and authenticity, rendering them "dead" metaphorically. It emphasizes the significance of these values in shaping a person's existence and implies that without them, one's true essence is compromised or nonexistent.

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By John Greenleaf Whittier

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