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“Let it be told to the future world, that in the depth of winter, when nothing but hope and virtue could survive, that the city and the country, alarmed at one common danger, came forth to meet and to repulse it. Say not that thousands are gone, turn out your tens of thousands; throw not the burden…” quote by Thomas Paine
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“Let it be told to the future world, that in the depth of winter, when nothing but hope and virtue could survive, that the city and the country, alarmed at one common danger, came forth to meet and to repulse it. Say not that thousands are gone, turn out your tens of thousands; throw not the burden of the day upon Providence, but "show your faith by your works," that God may bless you. It matters not where you live, or what rank of life you hold, the evil or the blessing will reach you all.”

Thomas Paine

About This Quote

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

In harsh times, collective hope and action unite people against danger.

In simple terms: Hope and work unite in crisis.

Key Takeaway

Act together, trust in effort.

Themes

community hope collective action

Mood

determined reflective

Type

historical motivational

When to use this quote

  • natural disasters
  • war
  • social upheaval

Key Concepts

civic duty morality resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you turn hope into concrete action?
  • What duties do you feel toward your community?
A Different Perspective

Hope alone cannot solve structural problems.

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