Break Quote by Maude Royden
“We cannot break God's laws - but we can break ourselves against them.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Early 20th‑century religious discourse, 1925
Human law cannot be broken, but individuals may defy it when it conflicts with higher moral principles.
In simple terms: One can oppose unjust laws.
Key Takeaway
Stand up for conscience over legal constraints.
Themes
ethics
civil disobedience
faith
justice
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
serious
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- protest movements
- legal reform
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
theology
political theory
Questions to Reflect On
- When is breaking a law justified?
- What moral authority supersedes legal authority?
A Different Perspective
May ignore rule of law consequences.
