Arise Quote by Johann Kaspar Lavater
“Injustice arises either from precipitation, or indolence, or from a mixture of both. - The rapid and slow are seldom just; the unjust wait either not at all, or wait too long.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Reflections on Justice, 1785
Injustice stems from either neglect or premature action, or a mix, leading to unfair delays.
In simple terms: Injustice comes from neglect or hasty action.
Address both neglect and haste in justice.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- legal reform
- community activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance swift action with careful deliberation?
- What mechanisms prevent neglect?
Complex systems may not fit this binary view.