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“Indeed, I tremble for my country when I reflect that God is just: that his justice cannot sleep forever.” quote by Thomas Jefferson
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““Indeed, I tremble for my country when I reflect that God is just: that his justice cannot sleep forever.””

Thomas Jefferson

About This Quote

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

Reflects on divine justice, fearing that injustice will not be ignored forever.

In simple terms: God's justice will not sleep forever.

Key Takeaway

Trust in moral order.

Themes

faith justice hope

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

historical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • legal reforms
  • public speeches
  • personal meditation

Key Concepts

theodicy ethical governance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this shape my actions?
  • What justice do I pursue?
A Different Perspective

May be interpreted as fatalistic.

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