Children Quote by Queen Mary I
““And I say to you, on the word of a Prince, I cannot tell how naturally the mother loveth the child, for I was never the mother of any; but certainly, if a Prince and Governor may as naturally and earnestly love her subjects as the mother doth love the child, then assure yourselves that I, being your lady and mistress, do as earnestly and tenderly love and favour you. And I, thus loving you, cannot but think that ye as heartily and faithfully love me.””
About This Quote
Source Letter or speech, date unknown
The writer likens a ruler’s love for subjects to a mother’s love for her child, urging loyalty and affection toward the sovereign
In simple terms: Ruler’s love should mirror maternal affection
Key Takeaway
Foster loyalty through compassionate leadership
Themes
Leadership
Love
Loyalty
Maternal metaphor
Mood
persuasive
formal
Type
address
When to use this quote
- Royal courts
- Public addresses
- Political propaganda
Key Concepts
Political legitimacy
Emotional appeal
Questions to Reflect On
- How does maternal imagery affect political loyalty?
- What are ethical limits of emotional persuasion?
A Different Perspective
May manipulate emotions for control
