The law hath so many contradictions and varyings from…
“The law hath so many contradictions and varyings from itself, that the law may not improperly be called a law-breaker. It is become too changeable a thing to be defined: it is made little less a Mystery than the Gospel. The clergy and the lawyers, like the Freemasons, may be supposed to take an oath not to tell the secret.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Law is inconsistent and secretive, resembling mystery more than clear rule, and clergy may hide truths.
In simple terms: Law is contradictory and opaque.
Key Takeaway
Seek clarity and transparency in law.
Themes
law
contradiction
secrecy
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- judicial reform
- public accountability
- education on rights
Key Concepts
legal theory
philosophy of law
Questions to Reflect On
- What reforms can increase legal transparency?
- How do secret oaths affect trust?
A Different Perspective
Legal systems may resist change.