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“I raised my spear to heaven. 'For God and Britain!' I cried, and my cry was answered in kind. And then I was racing down the hillside, my cloak rippling out behind me, the wind singing from my dark-glinting spearhead.” quote by Stephen R. Lawhead
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““I raised my spear to heaven. 'For God and Britain!' I cried, and my cry was answered in kind. And then I was racing down the hillside, my cloak rippling out behind me, the wind singing from my dark-glinting spearhead.””

Stephen R. Lawhead

About This Quote

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

A heroic call to divine and national duty leads to swift, exhilarating action.

In simple terms: Answering a higher call fuels bold deeds.

Key Takeaway

Answer your higher purpose boldly.

Themes

duty heroism faith nationalism

Mood

inspirational dramatic

Type

literary mythic

When to use this quote

  • battlefield leadership
  • personal conviction
  • spiritual quest
  • patriotic rally

Key Concepts

mythic inspiration valor

Questions to Reflect On

  • What cause drives you?
  • When might caution be wiser?
A Different Perspective

Blind zeal can overlook consequences.

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