Editors Note: Many have asked what are these two words, Molon Labe, mean that have, for years, been on the bottom of every page of the AmmoLand Shooting Sports News website?
New Jersey –-(Ammoland.com)- Two simple Greek words of defiance, MOLON LABE or Μολὼν λαβέ, echo through the ages to Americans here and now , thousands of years after the Battle of Thermopylae.
These two words signify the refusal to simply roll over and submit to the demands of a tyrant with overwhelming force at his disposal demanding free people to lay down their arms.
Molon Labe Ancient History
Through out human history there is example after example of Citizens exhibiting extraordinary courage in the face of overwhelming force and superior technology to fight for and if necessary die for their freedom and the freedom of future generations.
When King Xerxes swept across the European Continent on his quest for World Domination, he encountered such iron willed determination and irrepressible spirit of resistance in Leonidas and the Spartans defending Greece.
Xerxes demanded the Greeks lay down their arms in submission and subservience to him. The response from Leonidas and the Spartans was simple, MOLON LABE! Greek for “Come and get them!”. Outnumbered 300 to 1, and facing certain annihilation before the one million soldiers of Xerxes Army, the Spartans stood defiant willing and prepared to sacrifice their very lives in a stand against tyranny and oppression.
Though every one of the Spartans, including their leader Leonidas, was killed during the Battle of Thermopylae, they exacted such a terrible price from Xerxes troops that they lost all taste for any more fighting.
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The same spirit of resistance in the face of overwhelming force and tyranny gave birth to the United States, when new America threw out the British. It was repeated again during WW II by a tiny band of innocent Jews in the Warsaw Ghettos of Poland who, heavily outnumbered, starving and poorly armed held off more then a company of the most fearsome troops in Hitler’s war machine, the SS and Wehrmacht for over a month.
It was repeated yet again in Afghanistan in the 1980s , when simple villagers and farmers took up 100 year old rifles to fight the Soviet Army.
Two well known axioms apply to the current fight over the issue of gun control in the United States. “History repeats itself “ and “Those that do not learn from history are doomed to repeat it “ . Given the statements and press releases coming from the Offices of the usual suspects in Congress regarding new gun control measures, it seems neither lesson is being heeded.
Comments and proposed Legislation by Dianne Feinstein, Frank Lautenberg, Barbara Boxer , Carolyn McCarthy and NY Democrat John Adler reveal their ignorance of history and what has happened time and time again whenever tyrannical forces raise their heads and seek to disarm Citizens.
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And so it would seem that the lesson must be taught once more, at the cost of enormous bloodshed on both sides. Those so called “leaders” in Govt are so helplessly out of touch, so swollen with undeserved and unearned hubris that they cannot conceive of any possible resistance to their insidious plot. They cannot bring themselves to begin to understand that millions of American Citizens will NOT comply with their unconstitutional and dictatorial demands to disarm, Congressman Adler was actually quoted as saying as much, that he felt it was ” insane” to even consider the possibility that Americans would be willing to shoot other Americans over new, draconian gun restrictions.
They are so out of touch, so in love with their own power and willingness to abuse that power against those they claim to serve that they are apparently quite willing to sacrifice innumerable lives of Citizens on the altar of their Anti Gun Ideology.
We are treading dangerously close to 100 more Waco Massacares and Ruby Ridge assassinations if Congress refuses to learn from history, refuses to listen to the Citizens that are their bosses and pull back from their gun banning scheme.
You can only push people so far before they push back, and Feinstein and her cronies at the Federal and State level seem single-mindedly determined to shove as hard as they can. What they can’t comprehend is the blowback that is a certain reaction.
There are MILLIONS of Americans who have simply had enough of elite rulers ordering them around, violating their Oaths and chipping away at our freedoms and rights under one false pretext after another. If cooler heads in Congress don’t prevail in the coming weeks of the debate on gun control, it is a virtual certainty that there will be bloodshed on both sides.
Thermopylae, Hastings, Lexington, Concord, Warsaw, the Hindu Kush, all of these locations scattered around the globe have at one time or another born witness to man’s indomitable spirit of Molon Labe and resistance to tyranny. No one yet knows what the next location will be, Dallas? Cheyenne? Atlanta? Green Bay? , but rest assured, if Congress falls for the pied piper tune of Feinstein and others on gun control, the list of places where freedom stood toe to toe against tyranny will certainly grow several pages longer.
And the defiant cries of MOLON LABE will once again echo through the air around the Country, as free Citizens once again display superhuman courage and bravery in the face of tyranny and oppression and willingly give up their lives in defense of freedom for future generations.
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@ bob Kauten If obama showed up at my door the dogs would be set lose on the BOY !
Actually much of the quotes from the movie the “300” were taken out of context or taken from different times in history. And as for the 300 fighting all the Persians alone, well, they did not. There were about 4,300 total soldiers from the Thebans and Thespian armies that came to fight the Persians with King Leonidas. Some did leave before the final battle but due to very few fitting in the narrow pass but these were the ones that stayed.
Molon labe. You macho folks already know that no one intends to confiscate your artificial manhood. So it’s quite safe to make all sorts of swaggering threats at a democratic republican government elected by the people (it’s not a “tyranny” if people voted it in). It’s called conjuring up imaginary threats. Very brave of you. Yeah, let’s talk about not learning from history. Last time a bunch of yahoo slavers committed treason by firing on their own country’s troops, they got beaten into the ground. 140 years later, they still haven’t recovered from it. Pretty glorious, huh? Wouldn’t take 5… Read more »
Very well put Johnny Geetar! They have no understanding what we are capable of once they start the war. The author is miss informed of the Waco and Ruby Ridge style standoff. There will not be any chance for a standoff and no quarter for those that surrender. Everyone I know will be on the attack and waiting. For everyone here, this revolution is going to happen, be ready and prepared. The communist in our capital are blinded by greed and power and will push through with the bill to confiscate firearms. Their main goal is larger than you think.… Read more »
Here In Chicago, IL, We Have A SIMILAR Saying:
"MORON RAHME" !
So, Mayor Rahm Emanuel:
MOLON LABE ! ! !
Any restriction that is put on the 2nd amendment needs to equally apply to the 1st amendment. Reporters and all news programs need a back ground check before the release a story, The number of stories a reporter or news agency release a month needs to be restricted, The number of words and type of words a reporter or news agency use must be restricted. All reporters must be registered with the government and there address placed in a national database for all to see.
This article was awesome and so correct. These bastards are about to find out what its like to live in hell cause that is what they have created and they are the ones foolishly starting it. They seem to think thier high walls and armed bodyguards can hold back the flood of justice that is coming. They will be hunted down like dogs, they will meet the same fate that Gadaffi and all evil tyrants face when vengence comes.
I nominate Johnny Geetar for POTUS!!! Excellent response my friend. It's time to WAKE UP people. This aint Wonderland! Alice is in real trouble folks!
Try to avoid it, but if it happens, bypass everything and go straight for the bankers and the
politicians. Whatever else happens, the bankers and the politicians shall be taken apart.
"Comments and proposed Legislation by Dianne Feinstein, Frank Lautenberg, Barbara Boxer , Carolyn McCarthy and NY Democrat John Adler reveal their ignorance of history and what has happened time and time again whenever tyrannical forces raise their heads and seek to disarm Citizens."
I would argue that they are not ignorant of history at all. They know exactly what they are doing.
And so they did.
They went there, slaughtered the Spartan trash, and took their weapons.
Oh please, Spartans standing against oppression? Ancient Sparta was about as oppressive as human society can get, the 3rd Reich on steroids but without the modern conveniences.
Lets keep our fight to the task at hand. I believe in this country, our 2nd amendment, have served in the army. I am not a christian, though I am religious. Irritates me every time a political discussion about our country comes up instead of taking care of business like we should about our guns, someone wants to throw in "bible's in schools." Its part of why the republican party is such a mess lately, focusing on things like abortion when we needed to be protecting our rights and our economy. Embrace people who think alike on your task at… Read more »
They will come and get them. At three oclock in the morning while your sleeping in bed with your wife, your kids all tucked in and dreaming the dreams of children. Or they may just send a drone in. Tell your neighbors you were making meth and your house exploded. darn drug makers. Or you could have a gas main explosion. It's already going on.
Johnny Geetar,
You're the guy I want to spot for me while creating communist pink-mists!!
Well Said!
Johnny Geetar,
The beauty of your post brought a tear of joy. I would be willing to have your back anytime.
well for me the destruction of society has started and gaining momentum. The reason I say this is just yesterday the subject came up at a family function. As most of us know when a hot subject like that comes up and some are pationate over their possition, it tend to come complete with temperment. Well this discussion almost went that far. My lodest daughterwho by the way voted twice for this bunch had the gall to tell her parents how wrong we are for our beliefs. She does not think that if there is any confiscations we should stand… Read more »
Its quite obvious that the current administration wants to move this country to a one party communist government. To deny that this is happening is to just not be honest. Since 50% of the nation supports this administration and its policies, then 50% of this nation desires to become a one party communist government. So, there is a 50% chance that your next door neighbor is a want to be communist. Remember that and act accordingly when the SHTF.
Ants at a picnic folks. As soon as obama appoints a liberal judge to the Supreme Court the 2nd Amendment argument will be over. The new interpretation of the 2nd Amendment won't allow you to own a slingshot let alone a gun. You will fight or you will disarm. In any event, there will be suffering in your future.
It means "Come And Take Them"
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Come and take them gives no permission, no acquiescence to the act.
Come and get them makes it sound like they are just laying around waiting to be carried off.
Well written article – a bit extreme, but well written. SKIPPING DOG: I appreciate your well-articulated, respectful responses. Would be nice if all other responses were as respectful (hey – we're still WAY better than YAHOO!) Having said that, I believe I disagree with your position. As I read it, the intent of the founders was that a skilled and effective ("regulated" like a clock is regulated) general populace ("Militia" = every able-bodied male over 17) be aremed in like manner as the troops. The reason being specifically to have the ability to overthrow tyranny, State or Federal. In that… Read more »
MOLON LABE.
Thanks for getting it, Dan Roberts and Ammoland. The current push for gun control is nothing less than a bid for a takeover.
There are a group of people in Viet Nam called the montenyard,they make thier own weapons (crossbows,etc)and have been very effective killing communists. As far as i know, to this day the commies do not mess with them. SAT CONG
great article, just keep in mind folks that there are people in higher levels manipulating this whole thing. we cant just play right into it unless we are absolutely forced to do so. we have to be smarter than the people pulling the strings here. they have contingencies upon contingencies for just about any scenario. were going to have to organize and really think about the best way to deal with this before we are pushed into a corner, which is very close by the way. they have engineered this society to be the way it is now. just look,… Read more »
They our dear leaders have no idea how pissed and aggravated many of us feel. Every single day I dread looking thru drudge report or other news sites to see yet another so called "Right" or "Freedom" that is getting attacked for a war of drugs, terrorism, or fill in the blank. Literally almost every single day theres another attack on us. They wont be happy till we work and give them everything we have then go home in a prison so they can control what we eat, when we sleep, how much exercise to do, What ever it is… Read more »
Johnny Geetar…..MOLON LABE!
I agree with the author’s insights but not his final conclusions. There WILL NOT be 100 Ruby Ridges or 100 Wacos; What WILL transpire? America will resemble 1970’s Beirut when the conflict gets into full swing. Allow me to paint a picture; Law enforcement officers will quit in droves. Those that will do the federal government’s bidding will be taking a boatload of sniper fire every single day while patrolling the streets in cruisers, and police stations will become deathtraps. Driving a police cruiser will become a death wish. Remember the Viet Cong? They would assault quickly, then melt back… Read more »
I have over 20 firearms, most of them handguns among which several are black and scary. If you'll look at my posts you'll find that I've never claimed "it can't happen here." In fact, it is entirely possible for there to be significant restrictions on firearms at the federal and state levels that will still be legally compliant with the 2nd Amendment. Even the Heller decision supported a licensing requirement for gun ownership and Justice Scalia, the most conservative and pro-gun justice ever to sit on our Supreme Court, clearly stated that the Constitution had nothing in it to prevent… Read more »
Then let it be war.
The let it be war.
Skipping Dog is obviously one of those "it can't happen HERE" type people. By the way, they ARE saying BANNING, and they ARE saying CONFISCATION, as well as registration, fingerprinting, local LEO approvals, $200 tax per weapon, BATF approval required to take the weapon out of your home state, and other nonsensical requirements. Skipping Dog, if you do have any guns, you will be just like the rest of us, either a criminal or a patsy who rolls over. I don't understand where people like you acquire their opinions on this issue unless you are undercover trying to cause disruption.… Read more »
Steven – You seem to be mistaken. It is not only your country, but mine as well. You and Daniel might want to learn a little bit about the intentions of our founders when they wrote our constitution, as well as about the concept of "ordered liberty" on which our entire constitution and system of law is based. No less an authority than Russell Kirk, one of the founding fathers of the modern conservative movement, wrote extensively about its application to our rights and obligations, including all of those listed in our Bill of Rights. Do yourself a favor and… Read more »
Skippy, you need to read and understand what’s contained in the Federalist Papers regarding the idea behind the 2nd Amendment before you go off half-cocked on how ‘lack of informed’ you think others are.
We live in a time where arrogance, the desire for power, and nuttiness seems to be running rampant in our country. If we don't stand up for our rights we won't have any and then we will say, "wha happon?" (what happened). You don't have to be a prophet, rocket scientist, or a wizard of smarts to see where we are headed. The question is how far down will we allow it to go? it is up to you the people and no one else. Well, there is someone else but He is being forgotten more and more.
I took an oath to defend the constitution, and what part of shall not be infringed upon to they not understand. I will not surrender my guns! The back of my truck says it all! MOLON LABE
Gun control is not about guns, it is about control. The destruction of the gun owner right to be armed is also the destruction of the Constitution and Bill of rights which is your only protection from the politicians and evil doers. Your guns and unity with other gun owners and patriots who are like minded are the only hope we have left in this country. UNARMED CITIZENS ARE EASY TO CONTROL AND EASY TO ELIMINATE Any honest Cop will tell you that many police desk jockeys’ (who might possibly be called out on emergencies) hate rapid firing semi-auto rifles… Read more »
OUR "Lexington" fast approaches – Will you stand with Capt. John Parker?
Skipping dog turd. you are a traitor and a disgrace to America. Get the fuck out of My country, turd blossom!
Let's dance! We'll lead!
The Hero Texicans who fought at Goliad during the Texas revolution also carried a battle flag with the message "come and take it" when Santa Anna demanded they turn over their cannon to his troops.
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We need a leader. We need someone who can rally the patriots around the just cause. Millions of patriots assembled together cannot be refused. Where is our Washington, Leonidas, Patton? The politicians have made a mockery out of our republic. They have blamed all of this nations ills on the very people who have made this nation great. The cabals in D.C. from both parties have disgraced our forefathers. I pray for a leader who will rally the patriots of our nation before it is too late.
Skipping Dog,
You are in error in every aspect of your post. You need to come out of your cave into the real world. Read the Declaration of Independence and the United States Consitution. Those documents are very specific on any course of action. There are a number of "elite" residents of the United States that are calling for a total ban on all firearms regardless of type. Until restrictions were placed on fully automatic weapons in the 1930's there were none.Also, the military oath calls for dedening the United States against enemies both foreign and domestic.
When I was 14 years old I received my 1st firearm. I am now 79, & own well over a dozen firearms. None of these firearms have every taken a life from my doing. But that is not to say they won't,if they come to get them. Back in the '50's, I, too, swore an oath to defend my country, I hope to do so as long as I have ammunition and heart beat.
Give up my only defense against an out of touch elitest government that is passing laws that deny my freedoms by being throw in jail on ITS whim and held indefinately! Surely you jest. This government under the misdirection of Barry Nobama has crossed a line.
Not at all, Huapakechi. What I advocate is a government of "ordered liberty." That's exactly what our founders intended when they created our Constitution.
Hey there 'skipping dog', what you advocate is the mutable and ever changing "new" Constitution, where government interprets the laws to the benefit of the government, and there are no rights accorded the subjects.
If you wish to subsist under that form of government, may I suggest you move to cuba, mexico, venezuela, or any of the other socialist dominated countries where they 'protect' their population from the fear of too much freedom.
No right is absolute and unrestricted, not even those identified in the 2nd Amendment. Neither is any reputable official, group, or political party calling for guns to be banned in our nation. The idea that certain types of firearms and their related accessories are somehow constitutionally exempt from any time, place, and manner restrictions on their possession or use conflicts with the law going back to the vary beginning of our country. Suggesting that armed rebellion and insurrection is an appropriate response to our laws, even if you strongly disagree with them, is the same act now as it has… Read more »
Bullshit.
Rights are God-given, that’s why they are unalienable. And as far as I can tell they haven’t eradicated God.
I'm with the many others out there that are willing to defend our freedoms. I swore an oath to protect the Constitution of this great nation against all enemies both foreign and domestic. I know longer where the uniform but that doesn't mean I've rescinded my oath! Molon Labe
If these out of touch and self serving liberal elected officials, think that Americans will not rise up and defend their rights they need only to look back to the Civil War to get a true perspective. Because of the polical power lines of the times the south had basically been castrated when it came to having a say in their own self government. Rather than rolling over and taking whatever the northern controled government would droll out to them the south simply said we want out so we can control our destiny and govern ourselfs. What resulted was four… Read more »
But they're doing it FOR US! They do everything FOR US! They want to save us from ourselves, can't you see that? Someday, we'll thank them!
Reminds me of a parody of a washed-up movie star, where she's sitting at a desk with a drink, a bottle of booze & a half-smoked cigarette, crying, hunched over and looking like a raccoon, saying "They love me, don't they? Don't they love me?"
Personally, I can save myself from myself- I'm buying a gun so I can save myself FROM OTHERS.