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“Surely, nothing can be more dangerous than the doctrine that the moral obligations of men change with the latitude and longitude of a place.” quote by William Lloyd Garrison
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“Surely, nothing can be more dangerous than the doctrine that the moral obligations of men change with the latitude and longitude of a place.”

William Lloyd Garrison

About This Quote

Source Speech: Anti‑Slavery Address, 1855

He warned that moral standards that shift with location are dangerous.

In simple terms: Changing morals by place is risky.

Key Takeaway

Uphold universal ethical principles.

Themes

morality relativism justice

Mood

serious thoughtful

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • political debate
  • international law
  • cultural exchange

Key Concepts

ethical philosophy human rights

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is moral truth absolute or contextual?
  • How can societies balance local customs with universal rights?
A Different Perspective

Different cultures may have conflicting values.

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