As if it were Injustice to sell dearer than we buy; or to…
““As if it were Injustice to sell dearer than we buy; or to give more to a man than he merits. The value of all things contracted for, is measured by the Appetite of the Contractors: and therefore the just value, is that which they be contented to give.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Justice is determined by what contractors are willing to accept, not by intrinsic merit; value is set by mutual agreement.
In simple terms: Justice equals agreed‑upon value.
Key Takeaway
Negotiate fair terms.
Themes
political philosophy
economics
justice
Mood
critical
serious
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- business deals
- legal contracts
- policy making
Key Concepts
contract theory
value theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What happens when parties have unequal power?
- Can justice be purely contractual?
A Different Perspective
Agreement may ignore moral fairness.