Dies Quote by Maria W. Stewart
“shall I, for fear of feeble man who shall die, hold my peace? Shall I for fear of scoffs and frowns, refrain my tongue? Ah, no!”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Female Anti-Slavery Society, 1831
She questions whether fear of judgment should silence one's voice, urging courage to speak despite potential ridicule.
In simple terms: Fear shouldn't stop you from speaking truth.
Key Takeaway
Speak boldly despite fear of criticism.
Themes
courage
speech
social justice
self‑expression
Mood
determined
inspired
Type
activist
motivational
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- activist meetings
- personal debates
- online discourse
Key Concepts
feminism
ethics
activism
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths are you holding back?
- When is restraint wiser than speech?
A Different Perspective
Silencing can also protect vulnerable individuals in certain contexts.
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