But hereof be assured, that all is not lawful nor just…
“But hereof be assured, that all is not lawful nor just that is statute by civil laws; neither yet is everything sin before God, which ungodly persons allege to be treason.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Civil law may be unjust, but divine law remains higher; not all that is legal aligns with moral truth.
In simple terms: Human law isn’t always moral.
Key Takeaway
Seek higher moral standards beyond statutes.
Themes
law
morality
justice
theology
authority
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- court rulings
- legislative debates
- personal ethical decisions
Key Concepts
natural law
divine justice
civil obedience
Questions to Reflect On
- What determines when to obey civil law versus moral law?
- How do societies resolve conflicts between law and conscience?
A Different Perspective
Legal systems can enforce unjust actions.