Cabins Quote by Harriet Beecher Stowe
“I did not write it (Uncle Tom's Cabin). God wrote it. I merely did his dictation.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe, 1852
The author claims divine inspiration, suggesting the work's moral authority comes from a higher power rather than personal creation.
In simple terms: Divine inspiration claimed.
Recognize higher purpose in your work.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- social reform
- writing
- public speaking
- activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you feel your work is guided by something larger?
- How does this belief affect your responsibility?
Attribution to God may limit personal accountability.