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“I am going like a lamb to the slaughter; but I am calm as a summer's morning; I have a conscience void of offense towards God, and towards all men. I shall die innocent, and it shall be said of me-He was murdered in cold blood” quote by Joseph Smith, Jr
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“I am going like a lamb to the slaughter; but I am calm as a summer's morning; I have a conscience void of offense towards God, and towards all men. I shall die innocent, and it shall be said of me-He was murdered in cold blood”

Joseph Smith, Jr

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The speaker describes facing death calmly and innocently, feeling no guilt toward God or others, and expects to be remembered as a victim of unjust violence.

In simple terms: Facing death with calm innocence, expecting to be seen as a martyr.

Key Takeaway

Maintain integrity and peace in adversity.

Themes

faith innocence martyrdom

Mood

solemn resolute

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • conflict
  • persecution
  • spiritual reflection

Key Concepts

theology ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does one reconcile calmness with violent death?
  • What does innocence mean in the face of oppression?
A Different Perspective

The claim of innocence may be contested; context of the statement is unclear.

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