Quote by Josiah Gilbert Holland

GOD, give us men! A time like this demands Strong minds, great hearts, true faith and ready hands; Men whom the lust of office does not kill; Men whom the spoils of office can not buy; Men who possess opinions and a will; Men who have honor; men who will not lie; Men who can stand before a demagogue And damn his treacherous flatteries without winking! Tall men, sun-crowned, who live above the fog In public duty, and in private thinking; For while the rabble, with their thumb-worn creeds, Their large professions and their little deeds, Mingle in selfish strife, lo! Freedom weeps, Wrong rules the land and waiting Justice sleeps.

GOD, give us men! A time like this demands Strong minds, gre

Summary

This quote by Josiah Gilbert Holland emphasizes the need for virtuous and principled individuals in times of crisis. It calls for men who are not driven solely by personal ambition, but possess strong minds, integrity, and a sense of responsibility. It highlights the importance of honest leadership and unwavering dedication to truth. The quote points out that these individuals, immune to the temptations of power and material gains, are necessary to confront deceitful leaders and protect the values of justice and freedom from the destructive forces of greed and inequality.

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By Josiah Gilbert Holland

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