Disillusion Quote by Clifford Allbutt
“In science, law is not a rule imposed from without, but an expression of an intrinsic process. The laws of the lawgiver are impotent beside the laws of human nature, as to his disillusion many a lawgiver has discovered.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Philosophy of Science, 2012
Law reflects natural processes, not external imposition; human nature supersedes imposed laws.
In simple terms: Law mirrors natural processes, not external rules.
Key Takeaway
Align systems with human nature.
Themes
philosophy
law
human nature
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
theoretical
When to use this quote
- legislation
- ethical design
- policy making
Key Concepts
natural law
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- How can laws respect innate human tendencies?
- What balance between natural order and regulation?
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