Committed Quote by Baron de Montesquieu
“An injustice committed against anyone is a threat to everyone.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: The Spirit of the Laws by Montesquieu, 1748
Any injustice toward one person endangers the safety of all, underscoring collective vulnerability.
In simple terms: Injustice to one threatens everyone
Protect universal rights and fairness
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legal reform
- civil activism
- public policy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does protecting one protect all?
- What mechanisms ensure collective safety?
Enforcing justice can be politically costly