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“I shall support the law, for the law gentlemen, is the firm and solid basis of civil society, the guardian of liberty, the protection of the innocent, the terror of the guilty, and the scourge of the wicked.” quote by Charles Lawrence
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“I shall support the law, for the law gentlemen, is the firm and solid basis of civil society, the guardian of liberty, the protection of the innocent, the terror of the guilty, and the scourge of the wicked.”

Charles Lawrence

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Declares law as the foundation of civil society, protecting liberty and order.

In simple terms: Law underpins society, safeguarding liberty and justice.

Key Takeaway

Uphold and respect the rule of law.

Themes

law civil society freedom order justice

Mood

authoritative protective

Type

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When to use this quote

  • legal studies
  • civic engagement
  • policy formulation

Key Concepts

governance rights social contract

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does law balance liberty and security?
  • What reforms improve justice?
A Different Perspective

May ignore law's flaws.

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