Foolish men imagine that because judgement for an evil…
“Foolish men imagine that because judgement for an evil thing is delayed, there is no justice; but only accident here below. Judgement for an evil thing is many times delayed some day or two, some century or two, but it is sure as life, it is sure as”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Justice may be delayed, but it is inevitable; assuming otherwise ignores the certainty of moral order.
In simple terms: Justice is delayed, not denied.
Trust that fairness will arise.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legal systems
- personal grievances
- historical oppression
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “accident here below” imply?
Can endless waiting erode hope for justice?