He will therefore seek to establish for his country in the eyes of the world, such a character as shall make her not unworthy of the name of a Christian nation.
Meaning of the quote
Francis Scott Key, an American author, believes that a country should try to have a good reputation in the world. He thinks the country should act in a way that makes it worthy of being called a Christian nation. In other words, the country should try to be moral, ethical, and live up to the values of Christianity so that it is respected by other countries.
About Francis Scott Key
Francis Scott Key was an American lawyer, author, and poet best known as the author of the text of the American national anthem ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’. He observed the British bombardment of Fort McHenry during the War of 1812 and was inspired to write the poem, which later became the national anthem. Key was a prominent lawyer who worked on important cases, but he also owned slaves and had a complex relationship with the abolitionist movement.
More quotes from Francis Scott Key
He will therefore seek to establish for his country in the eyes of the world, such a character as shall make her not unworthy of the name of a Christian nation.
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Their blood has washed out their foul footsteps’ pollution. No refuge could save the hireling and slave from the terror of flight or the gloom of the grave.
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Then, in that hour of deliverance, my heart spoke. Does not such a country, and such defenders of their country, deserve a song?
American lawyer and poet who wrote The Star-Spangled Banner (1779-1843)
The patriot who feels himself in the service of God, who acknowledges Him in all his ways, has the promise of Almighty direction, and will find His Word in his greatest darkness.
American lawyer and poet who wrote The Star-Spangled Banner (1779-1843)