Persecution produced its natural effect on them. It found them a sect; it made them a faction.
Thomas Babington MacaulayI think if you come from a history of persecution you have to develop a sense of humour.
Sacha Baron CohenKnowledge of God's Word is a bulwark against deception, temptation, accusation, even persecution.
Edwin Louis ColeWhen you're a little fat boy in any kind of school, you're just persecuted something awful.
Raymond Burr