Justice Quote by B. H. Roberts
““Missouri in her treatment of the Latter-day Saints during the years 1833-9, sowed the wind; in the disastrous events which overtook her during the years 1855-65, she reaped the whirlwind. Let us hope that in those events Justice was fully vindicated so far as the state of Missouri is concerned; and that the lessons of her sad experience may not be lost to the world. May the awful and visible retribution visited upon Missouri teach all states and nations that when they feel power they must not forget Justice; may it teach all peoples that states and nations in their corporate capacity are such entities as may be held accountable before God and the world for their actions; that righteousness exalteth a nation, while injustice is a reproach to any people.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: LDS General Conference, 1915
Missouri's harsh treatment of LDS members led to later calamities, illustrating that injustice invites divine retribution and that states must uphold justice.
In simple terms: Unjust actions bring consequences; justice must be upheld.
Key Takeaway
Justice must guide governance.
Themes
justice
divine retribution
politics
Mood
serious
historical
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- government policy
- religious freedom
- international law
Key Concepts
moral accountability
historical cycles
Questions to Reflect On
- What lessons can modern societies learn from past injustices?
- Can divine justice be reconciled with secular law?
A Different Perspective
Historical context may differ from modern perspectives.
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