Aggressors Quote by Thomas Aquinas
“Without doubt one is allowed to resist against the unjust aggressor to one's life, one's goods or one's physical integrity; sometimes, even 'til the aggressor's death... In fact, this act is aimed at preserving one's life or one's goods and to make the aggressor powerless. Thus, it is a good act, which is the right of the victim.”
About This Quote
Source Summa Theologica, Part I, Question 44, Article 2
Self‑defense is morally permissible when protecting life, property, or bodily integrity, even to the point of lethal force against an aggressor.
In simple terms: Defending oneself is a right.
Key Takeaway
Know when and how to protect yourself legally and ethically.
Themes
self‑defense
justice
rights
Mood
cautious
serious
Type
ethical
legal
When to use this quote
- personal safety
- legal contexts
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
moral law
legitimate force
Questions to Reflect On
- When is force proportionate?
- How do cultural norms affect self‑defense rights?
A Different Perspective
Excessive force may exceed moral justification.
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