Bases Quote by Chaim Weizmann
“A law is something which must have a moral basis, so that there is an inner compelling force for every citizen to obey.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the League of Nations, 1920
A law should be grounded in moral principles, providing an internal, compelling reason for citizens to obey it.
In simple terms: Laws need moral foundations to be truly obeyed.
Key Takeaway
Ensure laws reflect shared moral values.
Themes
justice
morality
governance
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- legislation drafting
- public policy
- civic education
- legal reform
Key Concepts
social contract theory
ethical legitimacy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can laws balance moral ideals with practical enforcement?
- What happens when moral views differ widely?
A Different Perspective
Moral consensus can be hard to achieve in diverse societies.
![“The poor ignorant fellah [Arabic for peasant] does not worry about politics, but when he is told repeatedly by people in whom he has confidence that his livelihood is in danger of being taken away from him by us, he becomes our mortal enemy. . . The Arab is primitive and believes what he is told.” quote by Chaim Weizmann](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/75c/chaim-weizmann-27625_believe_the-poor-ignorant-fellah-arabic-for-peas_74345.jpg)
