Quote by Alvar N. C. de Vaca
Seeing that our thirst was increasing and the water was killing us, while the storm did not abate, we agreed to trust to God, Our Lord, and rather risk the perils of the sea than wait there for certain death from thirst.
Summary
In this quote, the speaker highlights a dire situation where their group faced deathly conditions due to thirst in an unrelenting storm. Instead of passively waiting for their demise, they made a collective decision to put their trust in God. Despite the dangers of the sea, they believed it was a better option than waiting for certain death from dehydration. It showcases the power of faith and the willingness to take risks in the face of desperate circumstances.