Authority Quote by Edward Bond
““Your law always does more harm than crime, and your morality is a form of violence.””
About This Quote
The law, intended to protect, can inflict greater damage than criminal acts, while moral codes can enforce coercive control.
In simple terms: Law and morality can be oppressive.
Legal and ethical systems may perpetuate harm.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Judicial reform debates
- Human rights advocacy
- Criminal justice policy
- Moral education curricula
Key Concepts
Practical Applications
- Critique of punitive legal frameworks
- Design of restorative justice models
Questions to Reflect On
- How can laws be structured to minimize unintended harm?
- When does moral enforcement become violence?