Country Quote by Walter Savage Landor
“Next in criminality to him who violates the laws of his country, is he who violates the language.”
About This Quote
A warning that violating language is a crime comparable to breaking legal statutes.
In simple terms: Language abuse is as harmful as breaking laws.
Key Takeaway
Respect speech to uphold societal order.
Themes
language
law
ethics
communication
power
Mood
cautionary
thought‑provoking
serious
Type
aphor
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- media criticism
- education
- public policy
Key Concepts
linguistics
legal theory
social ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How should societies balance free expression and harmful language?
- What mechanisms can prevent linguistic abuse?
A Different Perspective
Freedom of speech may conflict with this view.
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