I thought myself in the performance of my duty, in encountering and overcoming the dangers to which I exposed myself, as the object I had in view was the good of men who needed my aid.
From his autobiography, explaining his motivation for facing dangers in service of those who needed help.
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The friend dear to my heart was sunk in the waves of that ocean which he had not feared, in his desire to join with me in serving the cause of mankind.
We were in danger of growing up with only selfish and mercenary views: nothing was offered us as a reward for anything we could do, but money.
Spurning every suggestion of fear, she came forward to the assistance of the tortured prisoner; and from that time I wanted nothing—thanks to my benefactress!
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