All time Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
“There is in fact a true law namely right reason, which is in accordance with nature, applies to all men and is unchangeable and eternal. ... It will not lay down one rule at Rome and another at Athens, nor will it be one rule today and another tomorrow. But there will be one law eternal and unchangeable binding all times and upon all peoples.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: De Legibus (On Laws), c. 50 BC
Universal reason aligns with nature, creating an immutable law that applies equally to all peoples across time.
In simple terms: Reason is a timeless, universal law.
Key Takeaway
Respect natural reason in decisions.
Themes
reason
law
universality
ethics
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- legal theory
- cross‑cultural ethics
- policy making
Key Concepts
natural law
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What natural law guides your actions?
- Can universal reason accommodate cultural differences?
A Different Perspective
Human interpretation can distort what is considered “natural.”
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