Choices Quote by John Hancock
“I congratulate you and my country on the singular favor of heaven in the peaceable and auspicious settlement of our government upon a Constitution formed by wisdom, and sanctified by the solemn choice of the people who are to live under it. May the Supreme ruler of the world be pleased to establish and perpetuate these new foundations of liberty and glory…Thank God, my country is saved and by the smile of Heaven I am a free and independant man.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Declaration of Independence, 1776
He praises the nation's founding constitution as divinely favored, granting liberty and gratitude to God.
In simple terms: He thanks God for the nation's freedom and his own independence.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and cherish the freedoms granted by a wise constitution.
Themes
liberty
gratitude
divine favor
nation building
Mood
proud
reflective
reverent
Type
historical
patriotic
When to use this quote
- public ceremonies
- citizen reflections
- national holidays
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
political philosophy
theology
civic pride
Questions to Reflect On
- How does gratitude shape civic responsibility?
- What role does faith play in political identity?
A Different Perspective
The quote may overemphasize divine providence, overlooking human effort.
