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“Justice is that which is practiced by God himself, and to be practiced in its perfection by none but him. Omniscience and omnipotence are requisite for the full exertion of it.” quote by Joseph Addison
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“Justice is that which is practiced by God himself, and to be practiced in its perfection by none but him. Omniscience and omnipotence are requisite for the full exertion of it.”

Joseph Addison

About This Quote

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

Justice belongs solely to God; human beings lack the power to fully enact it.

In simple terms: True justice is divine, not human.

Key Takeaway

Recognize limits of human justice systems.

Themes

justice divine authority human limitation

Mood

reflective serious

Type

theological ethical

When to use this quote

  • law
  • governance
  • personal morality

Key Concepts

theology ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can humans approximate divine justice?
  • What role should humans play in justice?
A Different Perspective

Human attempts at perfect justice can be flawed.

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