Duty Quote by Thomas Jefferson
“When injustice becomes law, resistance becomes duty.”
About This Quote
Source Letter to James Madison, 1787
When law enforces injustice, moral duty compels resistance.
In simple terms: Unjust laws demand resistance.
Defend justice even when illegal.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- activism
- whistleblowing
- civil rights movements
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What forms of resistance are effective?
- How to balance law and morality?
Resistance can lead to chaos if unchecked.