This statement is true. The Petition of Right was signed by the King of England in 1215. Magna Carta (Great Character) was the first step in a history of English-speaking world considering human rights. It had a great influence back then, and it lead to the rule of constitutional law.
I think it means you either embrace greatness or resent it, but it could also mean Emotions like love, fear or even rage can fuel a person or destroy it.
