Duty Quote by Martin Luther King, Jr
“Just as it is the duty of all men to obey just laws, so it is the duty of all men to disobey unjust laws.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Letter from Birmingham Jail, 1963
Just laws must be obeyed; unjust laws demand civil disobedience.
In simple terms: Obey fair laws, resist unfair ones.
Key Takeaway
Stand against injustice.
Themes
civil rights
law
morality
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
ethical
historical
When to use this quote
- protests
- legal challenges
- activism
Key Concepts
civil disobedience
ethical law
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it justified to break a law?
- How do you balance order and justice?
A Different Perspective
Risk of legal repercussions and social backlash.
