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Accused Quote by Anne Boleyn

“Good Christian people, I am come hither to die, for according to the law, and by the law I am judged to die, and therefore I will speak nothing against it. I am come hither to accuse no man, nor to speak anything of that, whereof I am accused and condemned to die.” quote by Anne Boleyn
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“Good Christian people, I am come hither to die, for according to the law, and by the law I am judged to die, and therefore I will speak nothing against it. I am come hither to accuse no man, nor to speak anything of that, whereof I am accused and condemned to die.”

Anne Boleyn

About This Quote

Source Letter: Execution warrant, 1536

She accepts her fate while asserting innocence, highlighting the tension between law and personal morality.

In simple terms: She faces death but claims she has done nothing wrong.

Key Takeaway

Stand by truth even when condemned.

Themes

justice faith martyrdom

Mood

defiant somber

Type

historical reflective

When to use this quote

  • courtroom
  • religious persecution
  • political intrigue

Key Concepts

law personal conscience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this reveal about personal integrity?
  • How does law conflict with personal belief?
A Different Perspective

Her claim may conflict with historical evidence.

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