Here is the indictment of the good Lord Hastings; Which in…
““Here is the indictment of the good Lord Hastings; Which in a set hand fairly is engross'd That it may be to-day read o'er in Paul's. And mark how well the sequel hangs together: Eleven hours I have spent to write it over, For yesternight by Catesby was it sent me; The precedent was full as long a-doing; And yet within these five hours Hastings liv'd, Untainted, unexamin'd, free, at liberty. Here's a good world the while! Who is so gros That cannot see this palpable device? Yet who's so bold but says he sees it not? Bad is the world; and all will come to nought, When such ill dealing must be seen in thought.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker critiques corruption, noting how power hides injustice while the innocent remain free.
In simple terms: Corruption hides while the innocent thrive.
Key Takeaway
Expose and challenge corrupt systems.
Themes
politics
corruption
justice
Mood
somber
critical
Type
dramatic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- activism
- legal reform
- public awareness
Key Concepts
power dynamics
moral decay
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions can individuals take against corruption?
- How does power conceal wrongdoing?
A Different Perspective
Change can be slow and met with resistance, limiting impact.