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“Where there is no law, but every man does what is right in his own eyes, there is the least of liberty.” quote by Anonymous
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“Where there is no law, but every man does what is right in his own eyes, there is the least of liberty.”

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Source Book: The Republic by Plato, 380 BC

Without law, personal moral standards lead to chaos and erode true liberty.

In simple terms: Law protects freedom.

Key Takeaway

Respect law to preserve liberty.

Themes

law morality freedom society

Mood

philosophical thought‑provoking

Type

critical reflective

When to use this quote

  • government policy
  • community standards
  • personal conduct
  • education curricula

Key Concepts

social contract ethical relativism

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is law always necessary for liberty?
  • How do we balance law and personal conscience?
A Different Perspective

Strict laws can suppress individual rights.

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