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“Nature has but one judgment on wrong conduct - if you can call that a judgment which seemingly has no reference to conduct as such - the judgment of death.” quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes
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“Nature has but one judgment on wrong conduct - if you can call that a judgment which seemingly has no reference to conduct as such - the judgment of death.”

Oliver Wendell Holmes

About This Quote

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

Moral wrongs ultimately lead to death, the ultimate judgment, regardless of societal labels or legal definitions.

In simple terms: Wrong actions end in death.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the finality of harmful choices.

Themes

mortality justice ethics

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical cautionary

When to use this quote

  • legal decisions
  • personal conduct
  • health risks
  • environmental impact

Key Concepts

Consequences final judgment

Questions to Reflect On

  • What actions have hidden long‑term costs?
  • How do societies weigh intent versus outcome?
A Different Perspective

Not all harmful acts result in immediate death.

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