Accept me Quote by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
“If Germany, my beloved fatherland, of whom you know I am proud, will not accept me, then must I, in the name of God, again make France or England richer by one capable German - and to the shame of the German nation.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Personal Correspondence, 1791
Mozart expresses willingness to serve his nation by contributing talent abroad if rejected at home, invoking divine justification.
In simple terms: He’d serve his country abroad if not accepted at home.
Consider duty beyond borders when faced with rejection.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- political exile
- academic appointments
- artistic commissions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives loyalty versus opportunity?
- How does faith influence career choices?
May be seen as opportunistic or disloyal.