Inspirational Speeches of Trek

Star Trek has always been an important influence on my life and I've always wanted to make a video like this and join the Star Trek fandom's vibrant fanvid community.
This video is about one of my favorite aspects of Star Trek: the character speeches. I grew up on Jean-Luc Picard's monologues and each year older I get, I find new, deeper truths in them. Each series is enriched with speeches like this that speak to each of us in a unique way. I hope you enjoy watching this video and reliving those moments, as much as I did in making it.
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[@jonathanmark4306]

Still my favourite. Picard to Data: "It is possible to commit no mistakes and still lose. That is not a weakness. That is life."

[@michaelwier1222]

Just as it is possible to do the right thing, and still be punished for it.

[@IWantToBelieve1]

Jeremiah Bullfrog So true

[@Mr5percenter]

Agreed

[@Avelanche]

Easily one of the most retarded quotes i've ever heard.

[@jameslitzenberger2923]

That is life's hardest lesson to learn.

[@AirIUnderwater]

"Jean-luc, sometimes I think the only reason I come here is to listen to these wonderful speeches of yours." Me too, Q, me too.

[@lucasnikunen7571]

I kid not Q is my fav character asides picard

[@michelvanderlinden8363]

"Oh I KNOW Hamlet!" That wasn't acting, that was Sir Patrick Stewart just saying it as it is.

[@ambuknight]

And that's what makes him Amazing in the series for he was a Play Actor before the show haha.

[@michelvanderlinden8363]

@@ambuknight thats why I said it, yes :P

[@ambuknight]

@@michelvanderlinden8363 I see hehe. Still find it funny that behind the scenes Patrick Stewart had kinda a Fued with gene Rondebery lol

[@Jaxymann]

And then after Picard says that when Q's mouth curls upward into a little smile, he *knows* he's in for something special

[@kevinwiltshire2217]

What episode was that?

[@usmanshahid2219]

For all trekkies, Star Trek played such an important role in the creation of the fabric that is our moral compass. Of the dreams that we all have. Of the future that could be. I don't think I've ever seen a video that more beautifully conveys that than this. The essence of that which makes us love star trek.

[@Gingercat662]

Agreed!

[@VoltesWithElias]

Well said.

[@tommycharles4666]

To bad he's been reduced to a bumbling, bad French accent using fool :/

[@aeureus]

Not to mention, it kinda inspired mobile phones and more

[@ttaibe]

Now, make it happen!!

[@lindleya]

The blending of the "old leather" conversation with O'Brien and the angry outburst in First Contact is phenomenal

[@athstreamsandmore]

It shows we are human. We are prone to emotion. That made me look at life completely different.

[@chrisbrannen813]

Correct ❤

[@idrangov333]

Qs speech about playing it safe gave me the courage to quit a job with a toxic environment and start looking for a new one.

[@talos2384]

More power to you my friend. I wish you luck in your future endeavours. Live long and prosper 🖖

[@emperorgizmo3014]

I echo the sentiments of the first response. Star Trek unlike some other IPs teaches us how to be better people. To aspire. To learn. It is and can be such a powerful tool for learning and teaching. Real values and life lessons. Star Trek is inspirational. 🙂

[@aaronbrock2409]

Tapestry is one of my favorite episodes it's awesome messege

[@aaronbrock2409]

It's been a yeah how are things working out

[@Ragzzy-R]

Yes. Mine was the opposite i was in a very cozy workplace and was afraid to take any kind of risk let alone grow myself. The moment I saw that episode, I couldn't sleep for days as Q's words keep ringing in my ears. Quit my job, and prepared myself for companies which i thought are above my level. After few months got into one. I'm really happy I listened to Q and didn't play it safe.

[@wouterlenaerts817]

jesus christ, i was expecting some half-assed video, but this is one of the most beautiful star trek videos i have seen in my life

[@ludbud57]

Its One Of The Most Beautiful Videos I've Ever Seen.

[@kcirrednosrednad3596]

Yes. This was out fucking standing!

[@captainjack3166]

I almost fucking cried

[@tome57a]

Captain Jack Almost? I did!

[@JacopoFranco]

It literally made me cry after the first minute.

[@chrisw2963]

They left out this speech by Q: 'If you can't take a little bloody nose, maybe you ought to go back home and crawl under your bed. It's not safe out here! It's wondrous, with treasures to satiate desires both subtle and gross. But it's not for the timid. '

[@mycroft16]

TV or film has rarely produced a character the equal of Q.

[@Pirata-oq7hn]

Amen

[@d.e.b.b5788]

@@mycroft16 Q is, however, not very complex, just an extension of Trelane, an extremely powerful, immature, self centered, personality. When you want complex, you might look at DS9; Cisco, O'Brien, oh, and especially what they did with Andrew Robinson's Garak. DS9 had terrific characters. It never disappointed.

[@itchykami]

Q as a character only made sense to me as a being desiring to push Picard, and thus humanity in the right direction from time to time. It's obvious if he wanted to break mankind's spirit that he could have done so. He chose himself to be the villain, and chose how he would be defeated. But he also does this as an actor, he is a foil to enhance the aspects of the other characters by being their shadows.

[@100mmtubeofjustice7]

@@itchykami , indeed, like that scene in ten forward with Guinan and Picard and Q, it's almost like he's on the edge of mentioning the borg and some of the other nasties that were just about enter the stage, and the look on G's face is like "no let the humans keep their innocence for just a bit longer."

[@BlueBrainMountainStream]

It's November 5th, 2024...and I needed to watch this. It was my first time seeing this. I needed to hear it.

[@ItsDrike]

This is why we love StarTrek; It was a privilege, watching this video.

[@Layarion]

ya, and the best part, Discovery wasn't included.

[@martini1179]

@@Layarion Amen, brother.

[@jorgensenmj]

One very glaring omission was Picard's speech in "The Drumhead" episode. "With the first link, the chain is forged. The first speech censured, the first thought forbidden, the first freedom denied, chains us all irrevocably". Denying thoughts and speech seems to be acceptable to some on the left these days.

[@lenblack1462]

@@jorgensenmj What is it that the right is not allowed to say? Do tell.

[@igorschmidlapp6987]

@@jorgensenmj and plenty of those on the right...

[@plainbagel9192]

John De Lacie may forever be associated with the role of Q, but that speech he delivered about playing it safe in life resonates with me to this day.

[@clarky23]

I sometimes think Q knew what he was doing. Not to let humanity rest on it's laurels, to test humanity to its fullest potential.

[@Hyperion5182]

@@clarky23 He did, And the books expound on that in detail. I always believed the Q collective to be future versions of Humanity. Not a mere thousand years ahead. Not ten thousand. But More B5 scale. Millions of years down the line. Where they are armed with the knowledge and the power to keep the universe on its proper course. Delance's Q was always a wildcard, but in the end had humanity's higher outcome in mind. There's more than one reason he aided in All Good Things.

[@endoplasmatischesretikulum7738]

playing out safe in life is my nature, and that Picrad belitted it's outcome so much, changed my mind about his character to the bad. It showed me, that even in so a good viewed new inlightened future, it'll be still gouvernet by narcissistic people. I like the "what if" game and the idea, it might not be better to undo former misstakes in life, but I don't like that message, that a good captain has to be someone, who is acquainted with mistakes.

[@grinningchicken]

I heard it 20 years ago and only recently started to understand it.

[@ItsDrike]

@@endoplasmatischesretikulum7738 With all the respect, I must disagree with you, we learn from our mistakes, and it is not a bad thing to make some mistakes, because by making mistakes in life, you will not make them again and you will learn from these mistakes, so that you can be a better person.

[@MisteRRYouTuby]

8:54 One stood before the changing of times. 9:01 One kept hope in the midst of staggering odds. 9:05 One faced challenges and grew in understanding. 9:10 One endured and held firm to conviction. All are remembered.

[@carltrotter7622]

Congratulations on your 50th like dear fellow!

[@williamabbott9413]

Couldn't be more true!!!

[@drexciya8083]

Staggering brilliance, this.

[@stygianphantasm8761]

This is maybe the best Star Trek edit I've seen. It made me cry. Idc how corny I sound. What a wonderful feeling.

[@MrPepsidrinker22]

Do't worry, you're not the only one. My eyes got a little sweaty watching this as well.

[@PrimesWidom]

I feel exactly the same.

[@Keefa24]

How wonderful is this! (Watery eyes and blowing of nose!) Thank you for sharing.

[@AngelArm1110]

You and me both, mate

[@jamminjoe44]

same here, no doubt about it.

[@connarcomstock161]

There are three things to remember about being a starship captain 1 - Keep your shirt tucked in 2 - Go down with the ship 3 - Never abandon a member of your crew

[@flaviusjustinianus]

How do you explain the loss of obe of your crew members? He was an idiot

[@sciencefliestothemoon2305]

There may be coffee in that nebula

[@buzman1985]

WWTS? (What would Tuvix Say)

[@flaviusjustinianus]

@@buzman1985 to err is human but to forgive is devine

[@jamiemiller1482]

And that line right there explains why Janeway is one of my favorite captains

[@theGhoulman]

Picard; "A matter of national security. The age old cry of the oppressor".

[@Star-Man]

Hate to be that guy, but it’s Internal security instead of national security. But still one damn good quote

[@rory2365]

tng truly is going to be relevant for decades to come

[@erickborling1302]

ALWAYS RELEVANT is Star Trek. Not stoopit star wars, because Wisdom. Yoda says.

[@Star-Man]

Erick Borling Star Wars has it’s own wisdom, you just have to be able to see it

[@efulmer8675]

@@Star-Man I love them both (blasphemy!) and I do agree with you, they both have their own lessons to teach. I just prefer Star Trek for my down-to-Earth because I think it does that better than Star Wars, which strives to be more about entertainment or theme.

[@azndemonlord54]

The ending was perfect, I couldn't have imagined this one and it just blows me away. In my own opinion, the show's logo for each series and the quotes chosen to summarize them all into a cohesive message is phenomenal. When it starts with TOS, Kirk saying, "If change is inevitable, predictable, beneficial; doesn't logic demand that you be a part of it?" it's the first step. The series focuses on exploration and the quote recognizing that we can change and that recognition should drive us to improve ourselves and to make the world better. Then it goes into Voyager, Janeway saying, "I would never tell you or anyone else to give up hope." The series focuses on going home and the quote acknowledges that the struggle to make a better a better world. A better home is very far away and we can't give up. Then it goes into TNG, Picard saying, "There's a way out of every box, a solution to every puzzle. It's just a matter of finding it." The series also focuses on exploration with emphasis on diplomacy and the quote is telling us that we will face challenges to make a better world, we have to work together to find the answers to them. Finally, it goes into DS9, Sisko saying, "And the only way to face it, is to stand your ground." The series focuses on the tumultuous situation of a single space station in the middle of opposing factions and the quote is implying that there is more we have in common than different, so we can't run from the problems. We must stand together with resolve. That's just my take on it, and how it all fits together so well. It was certainly a privilege to have watched this video every single day.

[@wolbaman]

AznDemonLord Wow! Well said. I’ve watched this video a couple times now and the ending will hit a little harder next time. Thank you!

[@RedEyed2012]

The irony is that people believe truth and correctness and goodness manifest themselves through people. Truth needs no trumpet. Self-deification is just mental masturbation. We exist: that is our reason for being; our purpose; our destiny. We seek the divine but we will never be divine. To some, the only way to touch the divine is to accomplish; to others, it is to be punished and be touched or spanked by divinity. I love divinity with pecans!

[@high-rumj.a.6569]

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[@minerskills]

Well said!

[@overdrive7349]

I could not have said it better.

[@tastynottasty3314]

The lesson Q gave to Picard about "playing it safe" is brilliant.

[@MikeLarmon]

My favorite part

[@aldomir]

Au contraire, he's the person you wanted to be. One who was less arrogant, and undisciplined as a youth. The Jean-Luc Picard you wanted to be had quite a different career from the one you remember. That Picard never had a brush with death, never came face to face with his own mortality, never realised how fragile life is or how important each moment must be. So his life never came into focus. He drifted for much of his career, never seizing the opportunities that presented themselves. He learned to play it safe. And he never, ever got noticed by anyone.

[@modernmartialarts7316]

Mate i listen to that scene whenever I need inspiration. 'I would rather die as the man I was, than live another moment of the life I just saw.'

[@RumoDog]

And you know why? Because it's not safe out here. It's wondrous, with treasures to satiate desires both subtle and gross. But it's not for the timid.

[@Locutus47]

What a peace of work is a man

[@mrsledge9054]

"Let me tell you something about Hew-mans, Nephew. They're a wonderful, friendly people, as long as their bellies are full and their holosuites are working. But take away their creature comforts, deprive them of food, sleep, sonic showers, put their lives in jeopardy over an extended period of time and those same friendly, intelligent, wonderful people... will become as nasty and as violent as the most bloodthirsty Klingon. You don't believe me? Look at those faces. Look in their eyes." -Quark

[@sevenofnine3880]

This couldn't be more true today with how people are responding to the current pandemic

[@kyledaugherty1609]

"Siege of AR-559" dovetailing into "It's Only A Paper Moon" is some of the best wartime social commentary ever made. Aron Eisenberg deserved an Emmy for the latter.

[@gregh7400]

"Well, aren't you going to say anything?" Nog: "I feel sorry for the Jem'Hadar"

[@bobojo37]

"Don't push the pink skins to the thin ice" - Shran, Commander of the Andorian Imperial Guard

[@efulmer8675]

@Dirty Magic11 Natural disasters are a double-edged sword on that point. The rest of the world demonstrates that while it still functions, it will happily dump relief money and supplies, and that's all truly wonderful. But there were people in the disaster area, on camera, who were looting nonessential things (I'm giving a pass to the people looting essentials) and there was enough lawlessness going on to convince the mayor of New Orleans to request martial law, along with the 300 national guardsmen who were deployed there to assist the police. If things had gotten much worse, I think Quark would have been quite right. "Civilization keeps you civil, not the other way around." -Amos Burton

[@Johnny_Nitro]

I think the biggest reason why Picard is so beloved is summed up in one word "integrity". Above all other captains he does not bend or break the rules for the sake of convenience or expediency. And while all the other captains have saved humanity and the federation, truly only Picard can be considered the "Champion of Life". Organic, crystaline, cybernetic, energy based and everything that falls inside or outside of those paramiters. He is a true explorer and an inspiration to us all. Great Video.

[@joshuab3918]

He's broken the Prime Directive a few times, but only because he needed to satisfy a greater moral good.

[@Arkylie]

"A few" is an understatement. I would certainly agree that Picard has integrity, though (even if he's not always right, he always acts upon his conviction about the right/moral course of action for the given circumstance). Though I would thoroughly recommend looking at sfdebris's video on the Prime Directive, and its evolution throughout the various series -- from TOS's sensible "better that their society change a bit than that they all be wiped out" through TNG's "the Universe has a Plan which might include this planet dying, so let's not interfere" and DS9's "it appears I have a role in all of this, and I will embrace it" to Voyager's "don't you dare take steps to save people, that's for Captain Me to do in far less dire situations" and Enterprise's "eh, what's a little genocide between moral extremists?" sfdebris.com/videos/startrek/e113.php

[@clarky23]

@@joshuab3918 Picard himself said "...the claim I was only following orders has been used to justify too many tragedies in our history." See below kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIOuemN3aZiGpJo

[@axnyslie]

Picard's speech to Gul Madred was a perfect response to a bully: “Must be rewarding to you to repay others for all those years of misery. Whenever I look at you now, I won't see a powerful Cardassian warrior. I will see a six year old boy who is powerless to protect himself. In spite of all you've done to me, I find you a pitiable man.”

[@kiranecere8655]

that episode was hands down one of Stewart's greatest actor work

[@gapratt4955]

THERE ARE FOUR LIGHTS!

[@jmfm-r2q]

@@gapratt4955 TH..T.THERE ARE FOUR LIGHTS

[@Maverral]

"With the first link, the chain is forged. The first speech censured, the first thought forbidden, the first freedom denied, chains us all irrevocably [...] The first time any man's freedom is trodden on, we're all damaged".

[@embreis2257]

that should get a permanent imprint on every young persons mind - the world would benefit greatly when they become adults. imagine US citizens would believe in it as fervently as they believe in the 2nd amendment

[@crazyfire9470]

@ Embreis here we go…

[@CoralCopperHead]

@@embreis2257 You sound like you're begging for an excuse to abuse, assault, terrorize, and murder people because it's "free speech."

[@bradleypetrushak]

Thank you! I don't know what kind of a person I'd be without Star Trek. Its part of my moral compass.

[@danielhaire6677]

Agreed. I remember debating moral points from episodes with my parents when I was a kid. Some of my fondest memories and most lasting lessons on morality came from these episodes and those talks. Without a life of Star Trek, I'd be a much lesser man.

[@justrosy5]

I can tell you exactly what kind of person I'd be, but that's the sort of thing people can't post online. Use your imagination. It wouldn't have been pretty, to say the least. Star Trek literally saved me.

[@PressA2Die]

Same but with south park

[@s727r]

me too I was raised Christian But star trek was like my second religion and picard my role model

[@aqacefan]

I cited the TOS episodes "The Return of The Archons" and "The Ultimate Computer" in an essay I wrote for my Philosophy of Religion class to explain how religion is based on social mores and human behaviors. My instructor's comment consisted of four words. "Beam Me Up, Scotty". He made no other comments, asked for no clarifications, and the only other thing he wrote was the 'A' I earned.

[@proteus404]

Lal: Father - what is my purpose? Lt. Cmdr. Data:Purpose? Lal: My function. My reason for being. Lt. Cmdr. Data: That is a complex question, Lal. I can only begin to answer by telling you that our function is to contribute in a positive way to the world in which we live.

[@mrscripp7091]

Lal: Father - what is my purpose? Lt Cmdr. Data: You pass butter. Lal: *Looks at hands* Oh my god.

[@jonathanpusar5931]

Nu Trek: Father, what is my purpose? ''idk tbh the world has gone mad and wants to kill you all because of superstition. Here, take this Prothean technology and summon the Reapers'

[@Shamino1]

I never realized until now how Spinozian Data's attempts at philosophy were.

[@Taylor_Wolfe115]

In Star Trek, sometimes the most Human emotions aren't even shown by humans.

[@Ray_D_Tutto]

It's fitting as the series is about exploring and or improving humanity not just being human.

[@bobojo37]

"You want to know something Spock? Everybody's human"

[@Fanboy675]

The part where Picard is speaking to O'Brien, doubled with his own "old leather" is beautiful.

[@therealdutchidiot]

It makes the quote resonate much more deeply with me like this than on its own.

[@jasonpye4649]

Absolutely

[@geekiejesus8482]

It almost brings me to tears with emotion

[@Bnio]

Stewart really nailed the in "implanted throughout my body." There's pain in that anger.

[@embreis2257]

and its American advice for the Irish and their eternal grudge against the British or more precisely, the English^^

[@adastraperaspera99]

I'm going through a very difficult period in my life, seeing this gives me hope, to persevere, to continue on and to fight for my children. Star Trek has always given me strength and the perspective I need on life, these clips have continued that blessing, they've raised me up and help me heal.

[@rawsko0316]

Right there with you friend. Even after hearing this it's still hard to keep trying, waiting for impending doom. Hope you're doing well tho. Hang in there.

[@SG-qx1fg]

I hope you’re doing well. I’m there now.

[@majorhavik395]

My friends, when life has you down, stand fast & yell, “ there are four lights.” Let it be known that life may beat you, but it cannot defeat you.

[@efulmer8675]

"Perhaps maybe a little, oh, Hamlet?" "Oh I know Hamlet, and what he might say with irony I say with conviction: What a piece of work is Man! How noble in reason, how infinite in faculty, in form in moving how express and admirable, in action how like an angel, in apprehension how like a God!" "Surely you don't see your species like that, do you?" "I see us one day becoming that, Q. Is it that which concerns you?" -Q and Capt. Picard. We are a piece of work, but nothing without effort is ever worth anything.

[@mbyrne1212]

I absolutely adore Picard's speech from insurrection. Tell me admiral. How many people does it take BEFORE it becomes wrong

[@GamingMagic3280]

Patrick Stewart says it with such conviction and its such a brilliant line that makes you think for a second and realise just how wrong and blinded the admiral was.

[@danielhaire6677]

my answer to that question; Just One.

[@WhydoIsuddenlyhaveahandle]

"How can there be an order to abandon the prime directive? Amazing

[@bbbabrock]

Picard's speeches were probably my favorite part of Next Gen..

[@GeneralG1810]

Mine were Diana's tight outfits >8D

[@bbbabrock]

@@GeneralG1810 Ok. Tho I thought she actually looked best in the uniform. Praise be to Jelico.

[@GeneralG1810]

No way man those one piece outfits grrrr, that woman had the body of a goddess

[@vedsharma6248]

You people in this comment section are not clowns, you are the entire circus

[@sentrysapper45]

@@bbbabrock Ah, I see you are a man of culture as well. It probably helped that the writers started treating the character as an actual person rather than vapid eye candy as well.

[@Jaxymann]

"Oh I KNOW Hamlet! And what he might say with irony, I say with conviction." And then when Q's mouth curls upward into a little smile after Picard says that, Q *knows* he's dealing with someone special

[@Dagens24]

Oh man, I don't know why but oooohhhh boy did that ever hit me in the feels. Somebody must be cutting onions in here.

[@benitodee3274]

I feel like I just got out of a ball pit of onions myself after watching this.

[@gabrielmajin5265]

@@benitodee3274 oh just shut up and pass me another onion :P

[@KH4444444444N]

It is a fundamental tragedy that this video has only 1.8k views, when all of humanity would benefit from its viewing. Well done. My life is better for having seen it. That's the power of Star Trek. No midichlorians here.

[@chopper2429]

3.1K now, bro.

[@danielgarrod6292]

At 150k now ! ❤️

[@adelaidemaevekitty27]

On 1 September 2022, there are 707k views. The future is looking bright.

[@chrissmith8337]

This is how you make a grown man cry. Im lucky to have existed during the same time as Star Trek.

[@SingletonD]

Beautiful. Gene Roddenberry would be proud.

[@justrosy5]

Gene Roddenberry would have hired this person after seeing this! It's amazing!

[@creatorsremose]

TNG will probably always be the benchmark for all Science Fiction TV shows. Awesome editing dude, seriously. I got goosebumps.

[@memnarch129]

Think DS9 beats it out just slightly.

[@creatorsremose]

@@memnarch129 I'm sorry, I don't see it. Sure, DS9 had some bright moments and a bigger story arc but Sisko is just so so bad. I mean, so bad that he makes the horrid acting in Voyager seem quaint. Take any of the best DS9 episodes against the best TNG episodes and you'll have excellent TV against some of the most memorable, quotable, meme-able moments ever seen in a sci-fi TV show ever and since, respectively.

[@memnarch129]

@@creatorsremose Well sorry to say you are in the minority. Most would put Sisko on par if not ahead of Picard, and far beyond Janeway.

[@creatorsremose]

@@memnarch129 Minority you say. And as proof you have, of course, Avery Brooks' acting career after DS9... I'm being sarcastic of course.

[@techno_magnus]

The "don't destroy the one named Kirk" speech is definitely a favorite here. Not accurate in numbers, but mindful in speech. That is brilliant 👏

[@ryanr1701]

This was incredible. Star Trek captures the best of humanity and that is on display here. This brought me to tears and reminded me of why Trek means so much.

[@justrosy5]

Oh yeah, I'm still sniffling!

[@iza724]

It shows the morality and dignity through the people and not by lense flares, loud music or dramatic shots.

[@lanternkid1701]

Me too. I'm 50 years old… Trek has been in my life since I was 6 years old. This video shows exactly why I love Trek… and always will.

[@archangeljmj6008]

"You know, there are some words I've known since I was a schoolboy: "With the first link, the chain is forged. The first speech censured, the first thought forbidden, the first freedom denied, chains us all irrevocably." Those words were uttered by Judge Aaron Satie, as wisdom and warning. The first time any man's freedom is trodden on, we're all damaged"

[@guyjohnson259]

Just watched this episode last night. So brilliant!!!

[@chuckkfinnley]

Missed that one which is extremely poignant n a handful more.

[@makomichael]

drumhead episode

[@jutau]

"How dare you! You who consort with Romulans, invoke my father's name to support your traitorous arguments. It is an offense to everything I hold dear. And to hear those words used to subvert the United Federation of Planets. My father was a great man! His name stands for integrity and principle. You dirty his name when you speak it! He loved the Federation. But you, Captain, corrupt it. You undermine our very way of life. I will expose you for what you are. I've brought down bigger men than you, Picard!"

[@RealityIsTheNow]

Nowadays we'd call Picard a libtard or an SJW or some such stupidity.

[@CaptainCook003]

I consider myself a better person today because of the life lessons I've learned from Star Trek. My second family. My true heart lies among the stars.

[@TylerD1234]

Wow, this is seriously one of the best Star Trek edits I've ever seen. I can only imagine the amount of effort and research it took to make this. Anyone that has an interest in Star Trek should watch this.

[@theduke7539]

I would argue these monologues are what made Star Trek, no flashy graphics or political commentary will amount to these speeches of timeless wisdom.

[@gregquinn7817]

The speeches are in many ways a type of political commentary ( but of the best kind).

[@theduke7539]

@@gregquinn7817 a few of them might qualify as political although they shouldn't in this day and age. Most were philosophical constants and one in particular said that if your belief cannot withstand scrutiny or opposition, then it has no place in governance.

[@nonconsensualopinion]

@Skobo Do so in the spirit of Star Trek you came here to be cruel to someone? You need to think about how to conduct yourself so that as a species we can move toward a better future.

[@MrSen4lifE]

@Skobo Do Found the Klingon.

[@utilityaccount3161]

No political commentary? Star Trek is loaded with political commentary, especially DS9.

[@untoldstorytelling]

This video remains my favorite edit of Star Trek speeches. I watch it periodically when I need to be reminded that Star Trek is a beacon to which we all should look. And I use it frequently to indoctrinate friends and family to the ways of Trek. Thank you for capturing the essence of Star Trek, for showing how emotional it can be, for being true to the source material in tone and cadence, and for sharing.

[@eradius]

one that had a particular effect on my life growing up was this: "You know, there are some words I've known since I was a schoolboy: "With the first link, the chain is forged. The first speech censured, the first thought forbidden, the first freedom denied, chains us all irrevocably." The first time any man's freedom is trodden on, we're all damaged."

[@simonbutterfield4860]

There was a speech by Captain Kirk that has stayed with me that I passed on to my own kids that contained the line 'There is a million things that you can have in life and 10 million you can't' in Charlie X I think the episode was. I usually said this to them when they demanded something I couldn't afford to buy them and eventually they understood it even though their mum undermined me all the time.

[@clarky23]

That quote from Picard was one of the major influences in my life as well. It was one of the moments that actually opened my eyes and made me change majors in college from accounting to journalism. I never made the money I thought I would, nor has my name become known for my accomplishments. But I can go to my maker and Savior knowing I did (and still do) all that was capable of to teach others to always ask the hard questions, never accept the status quo, to fight for your freedoms, and to report the truth.

[@moonharp]

@@clarky23 Bless you. We're currently in desperate need of America's Fourth Estate.

[@Novarcharesk]

Very true. How unfortunate that so many today of many political persuasions feel that words can be silenced and that this is a good and right thing.

[@richterman3962]

I'm 22,i didn't really grow up into a man till I first saw star trek at 19 years old, it encouraged me to go to college and that's where I am now

[@richterman3962]

update, I just graduated 2 weeks ago and got a full time job in the construction energy as an electrican apprentice level 2, Best of all, i don't even have to leave home second good thing, I'm halfway done learning c++ programming langauage as well. Star Trek Inspired me to do all this. Star trek is something we need in our lives, More shows need to portray humanity in a light the way star trek does. (well, not anything after enterpirse, that's stuff is nothign but kelvin timeline)

[@emmanouilanastasakis4714]

@@richterman3962 That's very good to hear, man! You summed up why I've been in love with Star Trek since my childhood :)

[@temparalflux914]

@@richterman3962 fair man...just keep your shirt tucked in, go down with the ship, and never abandon a member of your crew!

[@marcuskthompson]

I am running for political office here in Georgia. And I listen to this 3 or 4 times a week, to remember how unique each of us are. And to know that each and every person’s life is important, in some way. And every time I listen, I get goosebumps. Thank you for this.

[@brookeggleston9314]

Good luck to you. We need people like you who have those words ringing in their ears. Let them resound in your soul!!

[@BeChannel1234]

I am the assistant of a politician in my country. I would have never "survived" in politics if it were not for Star Trek to remind me that "Logic is the beginning of wisdom, not the end". Keep up the good work. The world needs more Trekkers in leadership positions.

[@nicholashoover931]

Live long and prosper, sir.

[@unifoon]

I went into this thinking "okay, another video that'll probably be a rehash of the same old clips" but this is, beyond a doubt, one of the best-edited and constructed montages I've seen. The music was wonderful, the clips you selected were poignant and brilliantly relevant, and the speeches you chose were actually some that went under the radar originally but were fantastically powerful. Thank you!

[@aliensinnoh1]

Same thing I thought when clicking on this video.

[@jasonpye4649]

Very much...indeed 😔😏👍

[@TalexTheLich]

That little smile Q gives when Picard starts quoting hamlet says so much, it shows that he respects Picard and wants to see him succeed besides seeing him and humanity as arrogant. He's both frustrated and proud at the same and you only get that feeling after seeing where the series goes, it's wonderful.

[@timothypeterson4781]

Missed probably my favorite one, from Tuvok. "My youngest child has been without a father for four years. Yet I am certain of her well being, that I conveyed my values to her before leaving. And I have confidence in the integrity of those around her. You have been an exemplary mother to Naomi. And she is in the hand of people you trust. She will survive, and prosper. No matter what becomes of us." A second favorite is Garak about going home, but that's partially because of the greater geopolitical commentary about Germany. Though (ironically) it was more a commentary on post WW I Germany than II because of what the allies did to WW I Germany.

[@derek96720]

Some of my favorite little anecdotes in the show are when we see glimpses of the beautiful side of Cardassian culture. Their art, music, history, fables . . . all locked away behind the veneer of militarism and oppression, invisible to outsiders. Much like WWII Germany, part of why they were such a force to be reckoned with wasn't because they were evil, but because of how beautiful and rich their culture was. Hundreds of years of art, scientific advancement, and martial innovation and virtues . . . all twisted into a war machine used for one man's sick dream.

[@piotrd.4850]

Tuvok and Tuvok centered episodes were among highest points of franchise. To this day I don't get why I enjoyed "Gravity" so much.

[@reverseBLT]

Good writing is always about what it means to be human. Trek has been built around a lot of good writing.

[@iza724]

I've memorized this entire video... That tells you how many times I've watched it, how much I like it, and how much I love Star trek.

[@NeoRazgriz]

There are some words I remember since I was a schoolboy: “With the first link, the chain is forged. The first speech censured, the first thought forbidden, the first freedom denied, chains us all irrevocably.” Those words were uttered by Judge Aaron Satie, as wisdom and warning. Such a powerful message of meaning and delivery. If all schools, parents and cultures taught this to young-adult children…the strength of character that would help forge in the world is unfathomable.

[@CoralCopperHead]

I _fundamentally_ agree with where you're coming from, but there have to be limits. Although, who would ever use their rhetoric and a public forum to whip up a crowd into a frenzy in order to trump anything anyone else has to say? I, for one, would Not See that coming.

[@aaronm4562]

1:49 “It is the struggle itself that is most important. We must strive to be more than we are. It does not matter that we will never reach our ultimate goal, the effort yields its own rewards.” I’m not sure why, but I found this statement quite beautiful. I also liked Picard’s statement about anger.

[@Jedisage909]

I love data line there. Made me teary eyed

[@majorhavik395]

Completely agree with you. Star Trek was always about the journey, not the destination.

[@Justin-rm6su]

It's a very Camus-esque quote. I recommend reading The Stranger or the Rebel is you want to read more on that general idea.

[@ilovejettrooper5922]

Restated and expanded upon here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKfMeJ2Xosxpfa8

[@apotheosis00]

It reminds me of a quote by William Osler: "To have striven, to have made the effort, to have been true to certain ideals - this alone is worth the struggle."

[@dCash117]

I'm literally crying, every human needs to hear this

[@Retrohertz]

I agree with you .. but most will disappointingly be content with cat videos (although cats ARE great too).

[@Frosty708]

Who else starts to get misty eyed when Janeway tells Naomi. Never abandon a member of your crew. Gets me every time.

[@jonathanwatson1908]

A true mark of a captain

[@Kilovotis]

Three things to remember about being a director of a Trek 1. Keep the fire flames and fins out. 2. Go down with anything you make that isn't trek. 3. Never Abandon the theme of your franchise. All I have wanted from discovery was something somewhat similar to Voyager, Enterprise, TNG, or TOS. I just want a series about a crew on a more relaxed ship. Not crammed with Dark Corridors and Security Guards, but with casual crew members going to their Engineering or Scientific post. Running Diagnostics, and I have also always wanted the casual feeling of a not so large mess hall, like in Voyager and ENT. The alien dishes Neelix would serve. The Tri-Corders, Transporters, and Replicators of the 24th Century. We have been lacking a follow story on what happens AFTER the Dominion War and Voyagers return to Earth. The only source we have had is Star Trek Online which is a game. The USS Voyager, Enterprise F, G, H, I, and J. That huge gap. And what about the Prometheus? The Prometheus had so much potential for a series. It still does. Even though it is a warship it still has those casual 24thcentury vibes. And also maybe an Andorian captain or some Andorian Crew.ENT came around and made them look good. This is a good chance to make Andorians apart of star trek again. Heck, make the Cheif of Security Andorian.

[@piotrd.4850]

I'd love to see Shran mini-series ! Vulcan-Romulan adult rated, GoT style in distant past !

[@olliedavis4531]

i never thought of the Prometheus having its own series, that's a wonderful idea!

[@limbicD]

I want to see the mini-series "Back To Ferenginar", following Quark, Rom and Nog going home from ds9 to work for Brunt. I have had that movie poster in my mind for years.

[@PaulChapman1bz]

@@limbicD sadly not going to happen now. Rest easy, Nog.

[@jakebennett5978]

I come back to this video fairly often.. for years now. Im just thankful this exists. Thank you

[@UTshaman]

I’m so grateful to you. My mum died this afternoon and this has brought me to a very good place indeed....

[@justdane2720]

My condolences I've been there my friend may she rest in peace.

[@rafsilva20]

Sorry for your loss, i do not know you, but for sure you will make your mum spirit living with you Forever, i wish you all the best in this difficult time, stay together with your loved ones, be their captain.

[@DABS-gx9pt]

My condolences for your loss.

[@UTshaman]

Thanks everyone I appreciate what you say

[@jcoley8093]

@@UTshaman I lost my Mother in 2008 and want to say I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless You

[@stacypletcher4166]

And this, my friends is why Star Trek has always been such an important part of my life. Thnk you dad for being a Trekkie and introducing me to such a wonderful franchise. Once a trekkie always a trekkie. It was certainly a privilege watching this video

[@gregh7400]

"There are times sir, when men of good conscience cannot blindly follow orders. You acknowledge their sentience but ignore their personal liberties and freedom. Order a man to hand his child over to the state? Not while I'm his captain."

[@bertjm36]

Absolutely brilliant. Perfection. This is why I have loved Star Trek since it started in 1966. The Federation is where I wanted to live when I was 12 in '66, and it is where I wish I could live today, at 67. This piece should be declared canon by Roddenberry's son, and listed in Memory Alpha, IMO. My deepest gratitude to the person who produced this.

[@chukwudiilozue9171]

It's made up of cannon speeches so it technically is already cannon.

[@NeilCWCampbell]

Them make it so. Ad Astra

[@majorhavik395]

Epic post. Tons of life lessons told in less than ten minutes. Tolerance, perseverance, loyalty, compassion, honor, friendship & forgiveness. If life is beating you down, yell “ there are four lights.” Let it be known that life can beat you, but it cannot defeat you. Long live Star Trek.

[@timyumichuck9262]

There are three things to remember about being a starship captain, keep your shirt tucked in, go down with the ship and violate the prime directive

[@marleymist7901]

yup, that about sums it up

[@martinw4330]

😆

[@RealityIsTheNow]

Aw cmon. They all violated it. Gleefully, even.

[@beavishulme180]

Reminds me of a meme I saw involving Picard and Wesley Crusher. Picard: Wesley, do you know the difference between your mother and the Prime Directive? Wesley: No sir, what is it? Picard: I've never violated the Prime Directive. Wesley: No!

[@RavenWolffe77]

@@beavishulme180 Picard: Wesley, do you know the difference between your mother and the Prime Directive? Wesley: No sir, what is it? Picard: I found violating the Prime Directive enjoyable. Wesley: No!

[@RHTeebs]

We don't deserve a show like this. Even with it's flaws, Star Trek is a gift. Star Trek can be the future. Gene Roddenberry had a vision. Thank you, Gene. Thank you for building a future we can believe in.

[@johnochiltree1170]

Wouldn’t have minded a little enterprise in there too. I always liked archers line at the end of the first episode. Mayweather:’I'm reading an ion storm on that trajectory, sir. Should I go around it?’ Archer:’We can't be afraid of the wind, Ensign. Take us to warp four.’

[@diamondrel5190]

Oh that's good

[@irregularassassin6380]

Archer had a few absolutely fantastic speeches and one-liners. He deserved more.

[@enduril122]

THIS is STAR TREK. Awesome editing and music. Amazing video.

[@deval3541]

ST Voy : "Never abandon a member of your crew" STD : "He was an idiot"

[@Persian-Immortal]

that's why it is called STD...

[@Sight-Beyond-Sight]

I still haven't brought myself around to watch STD.

[@aeureus]

Wartime makes people jumpy. No kidding they are like that when a lot is at stake. Discovery was a really great series, and I can't wait for the next season :)

[@JT-qh2up]

@@aeureus "Aeureus, party of one? Aeureus?"

[@aeureus]

@@JT-qh2up hey, feel free to join the bandwagon. I mean, it's not like you have anything better ;)

[@ListenToTheLand]

Intercutting Picard's speech to O'Brien, his First Contact meltdown, segueing into Q's speech about Picard's road not taken - is some of the best editing i've ever seen in a Trek-related video

[@jakerichardson9910]

This is absolutely incredible. I'm a video editor myself, haven't watched any of the Trek TV series but this is amazingly well done, and I've never seen a piece of music fit so well with a fan video. Really great job!

[@JW-ib7mm]

Gul Maraz ummm u seem to be responding to every message with the same rubbish. Obama is not President anymore. Come back to this civilisation.

[@Iluvantir]

"With the first link, the chain is forged. The first speech censored, the first thought forbidden, the first freedom denied, chains us all irrevocably." ~ Captain Picard, The Drumhead

[@fraserfj]

This is honestly the best Star Trek video on KZbin. It really captures that sense of hope and, in the words of Rich Evans, "a humanity that made it" that seems to be sorely missing from our stories today (Also I love how Q heavy it is)

[@seancollett6]

A brilliant montage of philosophical insights that no writer or producer of Star Trek: Discovery has ever seen.

[@Peter24601]

@@Bashfulvideos1 It's not a new idea, they stole it from someone else and are being sued for it.

[@darkgothandnerdy6385]

Egyptian video game developer Anas Abdin is suing cbs for ripping off his game

[@Novarcharesk]

Yeah, yeah, an idea that is similar to another. What novelty. Didja know that Katy Perry lost a court case because a background sound in Dark Horse sounded similar to another song? It's all bullshit and the Disco haters only care because they want a reason to hate the show.

[@woodster7059]

@@Peter24601 To quote a line from the video "If change is *inevitable*, predictable, beneficial, shouldn't logic demand that we be a part of it." Stop being stuck in the past

[@seancollett6]

@@woodster7059 It's not a question of being stuck in the past. It is a question of putting out stories that make sense and fire the imagination. What is now called Star Trek has none of that.

[@rayharilal52]

DeForest Kelley's voice, initially against a backdrop of Earth, then blending past and present versions of these characters, was absolute magic. This is masterful work, thanks for uploading.

[@techno_magnus]

My favorite of these.

[@nasherowdey2618]

This gave me chills. This is what Star Trek "is" or more accurately "was". I hope that they one day return to this Star Trek.

[@commandersonic7013]

i totaly agree and hope for the same, but i fear it will never happen

[@dongerforbearcubs4230]

Shane O'Dywer watch the Orville it’s a close resemblance to this type of trek

[@nasherowdey2618]

@@dongerforbearcubs4230 Thank you. Bit the bullet and bought season one, 4 episodes in and it has been more 'star trekish' than either STD or Picard was. Cheers!

[@arav13]

@@dongerforbearcubs4230 after finishing voyager I'm planning to watch Orville too

[@danielhaire6677]

Watch Star Trek: Strange New Worlds

[@AdventureArchives]

This is a great video, and it actually understands the messages in Star Trek

[@alexanderm2220]

"Perhaps a little hamlet?" Despite Q knowing the future more or less, he still loves Picard and his determination

[@Hobbitstomper]

While many of the actors deliver those lines flawlessly, especially Sir Patrick Stewart, it's the writers we should really appreciate. They don't nearly get as much credit as they deserve.

[@aaronbays4]

2:05, "Seize the time, Meribor - live now! Make now always the most precious time. Now will never come again." Really when I think about our limited time on this rock, the more I am drawn to this quote.

[@chunkychuck]

Let's hope the "Picard" writers watch this and the "Picard's best inspirational speeches" video.

[@Starfox371]

I don't trust anything claiming to be Star Trek these days - but there is always hope.

[@JuanNgtse]

Why not send this to sirpatrick?

[@PlumblinePictures1701]

charlesmartin82 My thoughts exactly.

[@chunkychuck]

Update: They did not. :(

[@StarFleet_Tech1701]

Beautiful! This wisdom is what is missing from post-2009 Star Trek. You cannot learn anything from Discovery or Picard but death, destruction and despair. No hope in modern Trek. Bring back hope in humanity to grow and overcome all of the ills of 20th and 21st century life.

[@Stumpy7191]

For some reason this quote really stuck out to me today and just had to keep listening to it a couple times: “In this galaxy, there's a mathematical probability of three million Earth-type planets. And in all of the universe, three million million galaxies like this. And in all of that... and perhaps more, only one of each of us. McCoy : Don't destroy the one named Kirk (you).” For me hits home with suicide prevention...

[@addittothepile]

You did a phenomenal job, the care you took is incredibly apparent. It's impressive how each speech flows to the next.

[@francoisona]

Beautiful comment and so true

[@justrosy5]

Very impressive!

[@LetsFindBetterDays]

My PTSD has caused tears of pain for so many years. But tonight, this video brought tears of healing. Thank you, truly.

[@LetsFindBetterDays]

For one moment, purpose returned. Keep doing what you do. This, I beg you.

[@mattguillot3542]

Our mission is to improve ourselves. We still are greedy and fearful, but this gives us hope. We have to be more than the summon of the parts

[@kellerweskier7214]

Dr. Who. ... mortality. 'When a good man declares war. everyone should run' Star Gate. ... war. 'i will not standby wile the words of the good books are twisted into a hammer AND USED TO BEAT PEOPLE DOWN!" Star Trek. ... foundation. "Things are only impossible until they are not.”

[@ZZ-sb8os]

I quote "things are only impossible until they are not" at least once a week to someone either IRL or online. It never fails to amaze me how many people need to learn that lesson

[@WindBendsSteel]

Each series is an entire profound message in and out of themselves, worth every second to watch. I wish more people had the serenity required to watch Star Trek and loved it.

[@FrogSpatula42]

I always come back to this when I'm in a hard spot. Reminds me what I'm here for

[@f.b.i.8071]

"Don't let fear hold you back from the unknown. Because it's that very unknown that defines who you are, whether if you are a scientist who works to improve or a warrior who seeks to protect. If you fear the unknown, then you will never know who you are." -Me. Literally came up with this when thinking. Idk

[@cathalreilly6579]

Text me

[@f.b.i.8071]

@@cathalreilly6579 no

[@mastere6115]

@@f.b.i.8071 for a second I thought you were quoting Picard that was beautiful

[@danielhaire6677]

Roddenberry would approve.

[@olliedavis4531]

damn, you're good with words!

[@jayl1031]

"This isn't the end." The spirit of Star Trek right there. This is a beautifully done video. I watch it every night to calm down and feel a bit better about things.

[@Gonzo1850]

I keep coming back to this video every now and then when im feeling down. Not like when im sad, but when i feel depressed. Never regretted it once.

[@ManicTinCan]

I still come back to watch this video on a rather regular basis and end up bawling every time 😂 Great video.

[@davidcoenen5436]

Same here😅

[@Brandon88576]

I’ve listen to this for years, so well put together. When I’m having doubts about anything or going through difficult times I love listening to this.❤

[@morro190]

I come back and watch this every time that I get depressed and overwhelmed with life. It doesn't matter if we don't achieve our goals, the effort itself yields its own reward.

[@Empyre47AT]

Years later, I still watch this video from time to time. It summarizes both Star Trek and humanity in one stroke. The scene that Picard speaks of being angry for a very long time… that’s always resonated with me. I was always “such a happy kid,” according to my late brother. Something happened somewhere along the way. But hearing Picard’s words, listening to them as he described how one gets comfortable it with, really struck a chord with me. I like to think I’ve let go of the anger I once harbored. Where it ever came from, I’ll never know, but I no longer feel it. This video is, in a way, a reminder of how I used to be. If only humanity could move on in such a way.

[@dreamscape9295]

Well put; maybe it's just circumstances, but I've had a far shorter temper than I remember as of late, and I've always had some kind of anger below the surface. Letting go is important as well as difficult. I haven't stopped trying because I know somewhere deep within me that it won't contribute to anything good.

[@MrStarguy17]

I totally agree with some of you... when I decided to watch this video I didn't expect to be so emotionally moved. I have tears running down my face... and that lump in my throat. This is why I have always and will continue to love STAR TREK it moves you. It makes you want to be a better person and have more faith in humanity. Thank you for this video... and reminding us it's not about the out comes in life. But the people in your life and others and how we treat each other...that really count. LIVE LONG AND PROSPER!!!

[@davidmerritt2383]

Live Long and Prosper right back at you!

[@brookeggleston9314]

Peace, and long life!

[@mohammadsamrez6685]

May All of Humankind reach the stars, and beyond. Live long and prosper!

[@maestromobius227]

With the virus, the tense situations in the middle east, my mum's fading health...this was exactly what I needed. Thank you.

[@etenorio0622]

Maestro Mobius your not alone! I send you my best. Be well and keep pushing forward!

[@jakebennett5978]

❤

[@johnnysaunders]

Finally, a video that has harnessed the true essence of why we watch Trek.

[@kylepancham4028]

This very nearly moved me to tears, and like Klingons I do not cry....often. A job very well done.

[@Kapiti_Kings]

Picard: Someone once told me that time was a predator that stalked us all our lives. I rather believe that time is a companion who goes with us on the journey and reminds us to cherish every moment, because it will never come again. What we leave behind is not as important as how we’ve lived

[@jerrylarch6556]

I've seen a lot of " best of" clip montages especially for star trek. But this one was masterfully constructed. It took the best of all the star trek series and presented it cinematically, emotionally, and with grace. A great experience! Bravo!

[@MjolnirOmega]

Excellent ending (combining 4 independent inspirational quotes from the 4 captains into a single message)!

[@workstrength]

Onw of the best, I think, is in the TNG episode "Measure of a Man", where in a court scene Picard is defending Data, and gives examples why Data is sentient, and not just an artificial life form.

[@gapratt4955]

Antithesis of TOS episode Court martial when Kirk's lawyer discovers the computer had been tampered with and exclaims to the court "Now we have something human to talk about!"

[@Handlealreadytaken.Trythisone.]

Or rather why none can prove anyone is sentient if I'm not mistaken. Really like that episode, or the one with the emh in Voyager for that matter. :)

[@ralphreinert]

I think "Measure of a Man" is pretty much where TNG finally became a worthwhile show.

[@bcn1gh7h4wk]

pack this, wrap it in the Starfleet manual, tie it with a nice ship bow, and send it straight to the production team of Discovery. .......because they seem to have forgotten this somehow.

[@TassieDinkum90]

They haven't forgotten - they just don't care

[@robertroonok1701]

Well said...

[@Emperor_Palpatine_66]

Do it

[@numobudo]

Discovery is a different Star Trek for a different generation. Leave it be. I've lived long enough to see people complain about every Star Trek series and how it doesn't measure up. Time has always made people appreciate it more, given enough of it. Be present in this moment and with this video. Let time take care of Discovery. Concentrate on the beauty and thoughtfulness of this video and it's message and I promise you will realize you're watching the Trek you want while forgetting the Trek you don't.

[@sabin97]

@@numobudo no FUCK discovery and their bullshit! they are as much star trek as the jar jar abrams aberrations. they arent star trek at all.... the orville is far more star trek than them. and it's not because "it's a different generation" there's plenty of fantastic stuff being produced right now or in the recent past(like the orville), but what is shit, is shit.