Life Quote by Sarah Good
“I am no more a witch than you are a wizard. If you take my life away, God will give you blood to drink.”
About This Quote
Source Trial testimony, Salem Witch Trials, 1692
The speaker asserts equality with witches, warning that harming them will bring divine retribution.
In simple terms: She claims equal status and threatens divine punishment.
Respect all, fear divine justice.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- courtroom defense
- community fear
- moral authority
- religious belief
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does fear of divine punishment shape behavior?
- Can equality be achieved without threats?
It may inflame fear rather than promote understanding.