Doctrine Quote by Auberon Herbert
“And what sort of philosophical doctrine is thi - that numbers confer unlimited rights, that they take from some persons all rights over themselves, and vest these rights in others.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Principles of Natural Right", 1865
The doctrine claims that numbers grant unlimited rights, allowing some to dominate others, which is unjust.
In simple terms: Numbers used to justify unlimited power over others.
Question authority that claims absolute rights.
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When to use this quote
- legal debates
- political theory
- human rights advocacy
- policy making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Who benefits from claims of unlimited rights?
- How can societies balance collective and individual rights?
Such doctrines often ignore individual autonomy and context.