Feel Quote by Lawrence Kohlberg
“In our society, authority derives from justice, and in our society, learning to live with authority should derive from and aid learning to understand and to feel justice.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Moral Development Theory by Lawrence Kohlberg, 1981
Justice should be the foundation of authority, and learning to coexist with authority deepens our sense of justice.
In simple terms: Authority must be just; learning justice builds authority.
Key Takeaway
Align authority with fairness.
Themes
justice
authority
learning
ethics
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- education
- government
- community leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Moral development
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure authority remains just?
- What practices teach justice in daily life?
A Different Perspective
Authority without justice can become oppressive.
