Foolishness Quote by Thomas Carlyle
“Foolish men imagine that because judgement for an evil thing is delayed, there is no justice; but only accident here below. Judgement for an evil thing is many times delayed some day or two, some century or two, but it is sure as life, it is sure as”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Signs of the Times, 1849
Justice may be delayed, but it is inevitable; assuming otherwise ignores the certainty of moral order.
In simple terms: Justice is delayed, not denied.
Key Takeaway
Trust that fairness will arise.
Themes
justice
patience
morality
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- legal systems
- personal grievances
- historical oppression
Key Concepts
karma
cosmic order
ethical certainty
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “accident here below” imply?
A Different Perspective
Can endless waiting erode hope for justice?
