Christian Quote by Thomas Hobbes
“Christian Kings may erre in deducing a Consequence, but who shall Judge?”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Leviathan, 1651
Even if monarchs can predict outcomes, ultimate moral authority rests with a higher judge, implying limits to sovereign power.
In simple terms: Kings can’t be ultimate judges.
Key Takeaway
Question authority’s moral limits.
Themes
politics
authority
ethics
law
sovereignty
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- government policy analysis
- ethical debates
- legal reform
Key Concepts
social contract
moral philosophy
judicial power
Questions to Reflect On
- Who should hold ultimate moral authority?
- How do societies balance power and moral judgment?
A Different Perspective
Authority may be contested by differing moral frameworks.
