Resolved, that I will do whatsoever I think to be most to…
“Resolved, that I will do whatsoever I think to be most to God’s glory, and my own good, profit and pleasure, in the whole of my duration, without any consideration of the time, whether now, or never so many myriad’s of ages hence. Resolved to do whatever I think to be my duty and most for the good and advantage of mankind in general. Resolved to do this, whatever difficulties I meet with, how many and how great soever.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A commitment to act for divine glory and personal good, ignoring temporal concerns, and to serve humanity despite any difficulty.
In simple terms: Do what you believe honors God and benefits humanity, regardless of time or obstacles.
Key Takeaway
Act for higher purpose despite challenges.
Themes
faith
duty
perseverance
service
ethics
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
ethical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- missionary work
- social reform
- personal decision‑making
- leadership challenges
Key Concepts
theology
moral philosophy
teleology
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you do if you knew you would fail?
- How do you balance personal good with societal good?
A Different Perspective
May personal ambition or fear of failure undermine the resolve.