Tracts Quote by Anonymous
““HAMMOND, JOHN. Leah and Rachel, or the Two Fruitfull Sisters Virginia, and Maryland: Their present Condition Impartially Stated and Related. With a Removal of Such Imputations as are Scandalously cast on those Countries, whereby many deceived Souls, chose rather to Beg, Steal, or rot in Prison, and come to shameful deaths, than to better their being by going thither, wherein is plenty of all things necessary for Human Subsistence. London: 1656. Reprinted in Force's Tracts, vol. III.””
About This Quote
Source Pamphlet: Force's Tracts, vol. III, 1656
A critique of political oppression, urging people to seek better conditions rather than endure suffering.
In simple terms: Seek better life, avoid oppression.
Pursue freedom and prosperity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- colonial subjects
- refugees
- economic migrants
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you sacrifice for a better life?
- How can societies reduce forced migration?
Leaving may be risky and uncertain.