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Justice Quote by Samuel Johnson

“Justice is indispensably and universally necessary, and what is necessary must always be limited, uniform, and distinct” quote by Samuel Johnson
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“Justice is indispensably and universally necessary, and what is necessary must always be limited, uniform, and distinct”

Samuel Johnson

About This Quote

Source Essay: "The Patriot," 1775

Necessary laws must be clear, limited, and applied uniformly to be just.

In simple terms: Fair rules need clear limits.

Key Takeaway

Ensure laws are precise and equal.

Themes

justice law uniformity

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical analytical

When to use this quote

  • legislative drafting
  • court rulings
  • policy making

Key Concepts

Political theory ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Are strict limits always fair?
  • How to balance uniformity with flexibility?
A Different Perspective

Uniformity can ignore context.

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