For, what is a family without a steward, a ship without a pilot, a flock without a shepherd, a body without a head, the same, I think, is a kingdom without the health and safety of a good monarch.

Those who appear the most sanctified are the worst

And therefore I am come amongst you at this time, not as for my recreation or sport, but being resolved, in the midst and heat of the battle, to live or die amongst you all; to lay down, for my God, and for my kingdom, and for my people, my honour and my blood, even the dust. I know I have but the body of a weak and feeble woman; but I have the heart of a king, and of a king of England, too.

I do not choose that my grave should be dug while I am still alive.

Who seeketh two strings to one bow, they may shoot strong, but never straight.

Anger makes dull men witty, but it keeps them poor.

I will never be by violence constrained to do anything.