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Quotation from Henry V by William Shakespeare

“Praised be God, and not our strength, for it”

William Shakespeare (spoken by King Henry)

Henry V, Act 4, Scene 7 (Project Gutenberg #1521, modern spelling)

Portrait of William Shakespeare

When Montjoy concedes the field, Henry's first words give the victory to God.

Citation: "Praised be God, and not our strength, for it" — William Shakespeare, Henry V, Act 4, Scene 7 (Project Gutenberg #1521, modern spelling). (id henry-v-q11)

Virtues: Humility, Piety

Portrait: Henry V 1600 Q titlepage, William Shakespeare, Public domain.

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