Cruel Quote by Ovid
“The wit of man has devised cruel statutes, And nature oft permits what is by law forbid.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Metamorphoses by Ovid, 8 AD
Human laws often conflict with natural order, allowing harmful practices that should be illegal.
In simple terms: Laws can be cruel and ignore nature.
Key Takeaway
Question laws that harm nature.
Themes
law
morality
human nature
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- environmental activism
- legal reform
Key Concepts
ethical philosophy
natural law
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies align law with natural ethics?
- What examples show law failing nature?
A Different Perspective
Laws alone cannot change innate human behavior.
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