Judgment Quote by Han Fei
“The intelligent ruler makes the law select men and makes no arbitrary appointment himself; he makes the law measure merits and makes no arbitrary judgment himself.”
About This Quote
Source Text: Han Feizi, 3rd century BCE, Legalist philosophy
A wise ruler lets law, not personal whim, determine appointments and judgments, ensuring fairness and merit.
In simple terms: Law should guide rulership impartially.
Key Takeaway
Let law decide merit.
Themes
governance
law
justice
Mood
critical
serious
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- civil service exams
- policy drafting
- judicial reform
Key Concepts
meritocracy
impersonal authority
rule of law
Questions to Reflect On
- How does impersonal law affect compassion?
- Can meritocracy be truly unbiased?
A Different Perspective
Rigid legalism can ignore human nuance.
