Health Quote by John Locke
““But what if he neglect the care of his soul? I answer: What if he neglect the care of his health or of his estate, which things are nearlier related to the government of the magistrate than the other? Will the magistrate provide by an express law that such a one shall not become poor or sick? Laws provide, as much as is possible, that the goods and health of subjects be not injured by the fraud and violence of others; they do not guard them from the negligence or ill-husbandry of the possessors themselves. No man can be forced to be rich or healthful whether he will or no. Nay, God Himself will not save men against their wills.””
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Treatise: Second Treatise of Government, 1689
The government cannot guarantee wealth or health; individuals must manage their own well‑being, and law cannot force prosperity.
In simple terms: Government can't force health or wealth.
Key Takeaway
Take personal responsibility.
Themes
politics
ethics
personal responsibility
law
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
political theory
When to use this quote
- personal finance
- healthcare decisions
- public policy
Key Concepts
liberalism
human nature
limits of governance
Questions to Reflect On
- How can society balance personal responsibility with social support?
- What role should government play in safeguarding health?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on individual blame may ignore structural factors.
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