Go, wiser thou! and in thy scale of sense Weigh thy…
““Go, wiser thou! and in thy scale of sense Weigh thy Opinion against Providence; Call Imperfection what thou fancy'st such, Say, here he gives too little, there too much; Destroy all creatures for thy sport or gust,(9) Yet cry, If Man's unhappy, God's unjust; If Man alone ingross not Heav'n's high care, Alone made perfect here, immortal there: Snatch from his hand the balance(10) and the rod, Re-judge his justice, be the GOD of GOD!””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He satirically urges humanity to measure personal judgments against divine order, suggesting that humans often misjudge fairness and power.
In simple terms: Judge yourself against a higher order, not just personal opinion.
Key Takeaway
Recognize limits of human judgment.
Themes
humility
justice
divine order
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- legal reforms
- ethical debates
- personal decision‑making
- political discourse
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
satire
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions do you hold about fairness?
- How can you align personal actions with broader ethical standards?
A Different Perspective
Human bias can still distort perception of justice despite awareness.