Law Quote by Chief Joseph
“I will obey every law, or submit to the penalty.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Surrender at the Nez Perce, 1877
Obeying law is mandatory unless one accepts the consequences of breaking it.
In simple terms: Follow laws or face punishment.
Key Takeaway
Weigh legal obedience against personal ethics.
Themes
law
ethics
consequence
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
ethical
political
When to use this quote
- courtroom decisions
- civil rights activism
Key Concepts
civil disobedience
moral duty
Questions to Reflect On
- When is civil disobedience justified?
- How do you balance law and conscience?
A Different Perspective
Legal systems may be unjust.
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