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“When I was a boy, the priest, my uncle, carefully inculcated upon me this proverb, which I then learned and have ever since kept in my mind: 'Dico tibi verum, Libertas optima rerum; Nunquam servili, sub nexu vivito, fili.' 'I tell you a truth: Liberty is the best of things, my son; never live…” quote by William Wallace
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“When I was a boy, the priest, my uncle, carefully inculcated upon me this proverb, which I then learned and have ever since kept in my mind: 'Dico tibi verum, Libertas optima rerum; Nunquam servili, sub nexu vivito, fili.' 'I tell you a truth: Liberty is the best of things, my son; never live under any slavish bond.'”

William Wallace

About This Quote

Source Historical anecdote, possibly fictional or misattributed

A proverb teaches that true liberty is supreme and one should never live under oppression.

In simple terms: Liberty is supreme; avoid oppression.

Key Takeaway

Pursue freedom.

Themes

freedom morality wisdom heritage caution

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • social movements
  • education
  • political activism

Key Concepts

political philosophy ethical guidance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does liberty mean to you?
  • How can you resist subtle oppression?
A Different Perspective

Historical accuracy of the quote is uncertain.

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