Court Quote by Felix Frankfurter
“No court can make time stand still.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Judicial Power, 1932
Legal systems cannot halt the passage of time; they must adapt to its flow.
In simple terms: Law cannot stop time.
Key Takeaway
Accept change and act promptly.
Themes
law
time
justice
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
advisory
When to use this quote
- court rulings
- legislative deadlines
- personal planning
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
jurisprudence
impermanence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond when time outpaces your plans?
- Can law ever truly keep pace with societal change?
A Different Perspective
Legal decisions may be limited by unforeseen events.
