Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Comment on this quote Share via Email Print this Page Frederick W. Faber Quote “There is a great deal of self-will in the world, but very little genuine independence of character.” ~ Frederick W. Faber (1814-1863) British hymn writer and theologian Integrity , Independence , Character , Force Ratings and Comments 5 Reply Mike, Norwalk 11/1/12 Such observation truly sets apart those that would in totality, offer up their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor in an attempt to accord freedom and justice for all. 5 Reply E Archer, NYC 11/1/12 Groupthink opposes all independent character. 3 Reply Patrick Henry, Red Hill 1/9/17 As it is written:"Be ye not conformed to this world, but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind." - Romans 12:2On this planet that has been circumfused by fear, particularly morbid emphasis is placed on the necessity of the what ought to be Sovereign Individual to exist in a state of relinquishment of Self to the State, to society and to culture.How daunting to the sensibilities of those who have been comprehensively leveled, who are without convictions, is the presence of a Sovereign Individual whose principles, whose convictions, precede him or her. Reply Jim K, Austin 1/9/17 1 Reply Ronw13, Oregon 1/9/17 Context, Spoken by a man who bows to the pope of socialism, finding himself confronted by a Methodist congregation. they being of the self-willed, Faber supposing himself to be of greater character. Now who is the sovereign ? Before siding with any individual, they must be weighed in the balance of intent. Reply Fredrick William Sillik, Anytown 7/17/23 Whether it's your one of kind tattoo, or your outlandish paint design on your automobile you're still really pretty common routine, but when you perform in the honor of civilized behavior you are truly amazing. SaveOk2 SaveOk2 View CommentsClick to view or comment. Share on Facebook Tweet Email Print This Frederick W. Faber quote is found in these categories: Integrity quotes Independence quotes Character quotes Force quotes About Frederick W. Faber Bio of Frederick W. Faber Quotations by Frederick W. Faber Books by/about Frederick W. Faber Frederick W. Faber videos Frederick W. Faber on Wikipedia Astrological chart for Frederick W. Faber