But no man has ever yet moved me from my purpose, and no man has laid hands on me against my will--nor ever shall.

Go! farewell! Save yourselves, and take my blessing and good wishes with you; but I move not an inch from where I stand.

I defy the fire, as I defied the plague!" It was useless to remain.

Words were thrown away, and to attempt force would but bring certain death upon whoever attempted it.

The fire was already almost upon them.