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“Krylenko: We care not about any other law. There is no law here but Soviet law. When that law comes into conflict with any other law, you must choose which you will obey. Rutkowski: I will obey the law of God and of my conscience. Krylenko: Your conscience does not interest me in the least…” quote by Paul Gabel
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““Krylenko: We care not about any other law. There is no law here but Soviet law. When that law comes into conflict with any other law, you must choose which you will obey. Rutkowski: I will obey the law of God and of my conscience. Krylenko: Your conscience does not interest me in the least. Rutkowski: But it is of very great importance to me. Judge Galkin:””

Paul Gabel

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

When laws conflict, conscience and higher moral authority may guide obedience beyond imposed authority.

In simple terms: Conscience can override conflicting laws.

Key Takeaway

Follow conscience over unjust law.

Themes

ethics law conscience conflict obedience

Mood

serious reflective

Type

philosophical critical

When to use this quote

  • legal profession
  • activism
  • personal decision-making

Key Concepts

moral philosophy civil disobedience jurisprudence

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you prioritize conscience over law?
  • When is disobedience justified?
A Different Perspective

Legal systems may lack moral nuance.

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