Abolish Quote by Mark Twain
“Not a single right is indestructible: a new might can at any time abolish it, hence, man possesses not a single permanent right. God is Might (and He is shifty, malicious, and uncertain).”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Moral Argument, Mark Twain, 1905
No right is permanent; power can revoke any right, and divine might is unpredictable.
In simple terms: Rights can be revoked by power.
Key Takeaway
Question the permanence of rights.
Themes
rights
power
uncertainty
Mood
skeptical
critical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- law
- activism
- human rights
Key Concepts
political philosophy
ethical relativism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies protect rights?
- What makes divine power uncertain?
A Different Perspective
Power dynamics can be abused.
