John Brown

"I would rather die a free man than live a slave."

"The cause is greater than the individual who fights for it."

"I am not afraid of the consequences of my actions."

"The pursuit of justice is the highest calling of man."

"Every person has the capacity to be a vessel of change."

"I believe in the ultimate triumph of moral principles."

"The heart that does not feel indignation at injustice is dead."

"I have sought only to obey my conscience and my God."

"The world will remember this struggle long after we are gone."

"I do not seek martyrdom, but I do not fear it."

"The truth cannot be silenced by force or fear."

"I stand with those who fight for the dignity of all people."

"The harvest of injustice will be reaped by future generations unless we act now."

"I have never wavered in my conviction that slavery is a great evil."

"The cause of freedom demands all that we can give."

"I am resolved to be true to myself and my principles."

"The light of truth shines brightest in the darkest hour."

"I believe that God sides with the oppressed."

"The strength of a movement lies in the commitment of its people."

"I have done what I believed to be right, come what may."

"The future belongs to those who have the courage to fight for it."

"I am satisfied with the knowledge that I have done my duty."

"The cause of liberty is the cause of God."

"I would rather be hated for who I am than loved for who I am not."

"The struggle for freedom is never won or lost finally."

"I have lived my life in accordance with my deepest convictions."

"The voice of conscience is the voice of God."

"I will not compromise with evil, not even for the sake of peace."

"The time has come to put words into action."

"I am prepared to pay any price for the freedom of others."