Few figures in history have burned as brightly—or as briefly—as Joan of Arc. Born a peasant girl in Domrémy, France, Joan rose to become one of the most inspiring and iconic heroines of all time. Guided by what she described as divine visions, she led the French army to pivotal victories during the Hundred Years’ War, only to be captured and executed at the age of 19. Later canonized as a saint, Joan’s legacy lives on through her courage, conviction, and unforgettable words.
Here are 15 powerful quotes from Joan of Arc that capture her unshakable faith, unwavering determination, and fierce spirit.
1. “I am not afraid… I was born to do this.”
2. “Act, and God will act.”
3. “Go forward bravely. Fear nothing. Trust in God; all will be well.”
4. “One life is all we have and we live it as we believe in living it.”
5. “Even though I saw the fire, I was not afraid. I was ready to die.”
6. “It is better to be alone with God. His friendship will not fail me.”
7. “Children say that people are hung sometimes for speaking the truth.”
8. “I would rather die than do something which I know to be a sin, or to be against God’s will.”
9. “All battles are first won or lost in the mind.”
10. “If I am not in God’s grace, I pray God put me there; and if I am, I pray God so keep me.”
11. “Hold the cross high so I may see it through the flames!”
12. “I was thirteen when I heard a voice from God for my help and guidance.”
13. “Every man gives his life for what he believes. Every woman gives her life for what she believes.”
14. “About Jesus Christ and the Church, I simply know they’re just one thing, and we shouldn’t complicate the matter.”
15. “I am the drum on which God is beating out his message.”
Joan of Arc wasn’t just a military leader or a religious figure—she was a symbol of what one person, led by purpose and unshakable faith, can accomplish against overwhelming odds. Her voice still resonates through the centuries, reminding us that true courage is born not from the absence of fear, but from the strength to walk through it.
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