Not vainly hast thou spoken; angels heard, And shook from their glad harps a gush of joy That the One Word was uttered in men’s ears, The ‘Open Sesame’ by which alone True Freedom and true Peace might enter in, Making earth like to heaven.
This passage highlights the transformative power of truth and freedom, suggesting that they can bring about peace.
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Nor should we be too impatient to witness the fulfilment of our aspirations.
Rather would I arouse you to renewed and incessant exertion.
Men are erring and mortal; principles are steadfast and immortal.
It is a cause which, though long kept in check throughout our country, as also in Europe, now confronts the people and their rulers, demanding to be heard.
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