Accepting Quote by Oscar Romero
“If God accepts the sacrifice of my life, may my death be for the freedom of my people. A bishop will die, but the Church of God, which is the people, will never perish. I do not believe in death without resurrection. If they kill me, I will rise again in the people of El Salvador.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Homily on Martyrdom, 1978
The speaker asserts that personal sacrifice for communal freedom is justified, believing in resurrection and enduring legacy through the people.
In simple terms: Sacrifice for people, faith in resurrection.
Live for communal freedom.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- religious preaching
- political movements
- human rights advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives willingness to die for a cause?
- How does belief in resurrection influence activism?
May be used to justify violence.