Quote by Thomas Jefferson

The God who gave us life, gave us liberty at the same time; the hand of force may destroy, but cannot disjoin them.

The God who gave us life, gave us liberty at the same time;

Summary

This quote suggests that the same higher power that granted humanity with life also granted them with the inherent right to liberty. It implies that while the use of force may have the ability to destroy life, it cannot separate the innate connection between life and freedom. The quote implies that no matter the circumstances, human beings are entitled to their natural right to freedom, which is something that cannot be taken away from them completely.

By Thomas Jefferson

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