Century Quote by Thomas Carlyle
“Foolish men imagine that because judgment for an evil thing is delayed, there is no justice; but only accident here below. Judgment 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 death.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: The French Revolution, 1837
Delayed punishment does not mean injustice; eventual moral order is inevitable.
In simple terms: Justice may be delayed but it arrives.
Key Takeaway
Trust that fairness will prevail.
Themes
justice
patience
morality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- legal systems
- personal grievances
- historical events
- social justice
Key Concepts
karma
inevitability
ethical order
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond when justice feels delayed?
- What actions can uphold fairness now?
A Different Perspective
Patience alone cannot prevent immediate harm.
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