Even though I don’t fear God or respect man, 5 yet because…
““Even though I don’t fear God or respect man, 5 yet because this widow keeps pestering me, I will give her justice, so she doesn’t wear me out by her persistent coming.’ ””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
An anonymous speaker, despite personal disdain for authority, feels compelled to act justly toward a persistent widow, highlighting a reluctant sense of duty.
In simple terms: Reluctant justice
Key Takeaway
Duty overrides personal bias
Themes
justice
duty
social obligation
personal conflict
Mood
ironic
resigned
Type
dialogue
moral anecdote
When to use this quote
- legal disputes
- community service
- family obligations
Key Concepts
ethical decision‑making
social responsibility
Practical Applications
- ethical training
- conflict resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives us to act justly against our preferences?
- When does duty become oppression?