Quotes by Chief Joseph

Explore a curated collection of 15 quotes by Chief Joseph. Discover timeless wisdom, insightful thoughts, and memorable words that have inspired readers around the world. Browse through the gallery below and click on any quote to read more.

I believe much trouble and blood would be saved if we opened our hearts more. — Chief Joseph
I hope that no more groans of wounded men and women will ever go to the ear of the Great Spirit Chief above, and that al — Chief Joseph
It required a strong heart to stand up against such talk, but I urged my people to be quiet and not to begin a war. — Chief Joseph
We had good white friends who advised us against taking the war path. My friend and brother, Mr. Chapman, told us just h — Chief Joseph
The earth is the mother of all people, and all people should have equal rights upon it. — Chief Joseph
It makes my heart sick when I remember all the good words and the broken promises. — Chief Joseph
Treat all men alike. Give them the same law. Give them an even chance to live and grow. — Chief Joseph
It does not require many words to speak the truth. — Chief Joseph
Let me be a free man - free to travel, free to stop, free to work. — Chief Joseph
Hear me, my chiefs! I am tired. My heart is sick and sad. From where the sun now stands, I will fight no more forever. — Chief Joseph
When my young men began the killing, my heart was hurt. — Chief Joseph
All men were made by the Great Spirit Chief. They are all brothers. — Chief Joseph
We gave up some of our country to the white men, thinking that then we could have peace. We were mistaken. The white man — Chief Joseph
I pressed my father's hand and told him I would protect his grave with my life. My father smiled and passed away to the — Chief Joseph
My father... had sharper eyes than the rest of our people. — Chief Joseph