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Crime Quote by Henry David Thoreau

“Under a goverment which imprisons any unjustly, the true place for a just man is also a prison” quote by Henry David Thoreau
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““Under a goverment which imprisons any unjustly, the true place for a just man is also a prison””

Henry David Thoreau

About This Quote

Source Essay: Civil Disobedience, 1849

A just person may end up imprisoned by an unjust system, highlighting the paradox of justice within oppression.

In simple terms: Justice can lead to imprisonment under unjust laws.

Key Takeaway

Stand firm in moral convictions.

Themes

justice politics paradox

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • activism
  • legal protest
  • moral dilemmas

Key Concepts

civil disobedience ethical duty

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is breaking the law justified?
  • How do you protect personal integrity?
A Different Perspective

Legal systems can punish the righteous.

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