Change Quote by William Lloyd Garrison
“Surely, nothing can be more dangerous than the doctrine that the moral obligations of men change with the latitude and longitude of a place.”
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.
Uphold universal ethical principles.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political debate
- international law
- cultural exchange
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is moral truth absolute or contextual?
- How can societies balance local customs with universal rights?
Different cultures may have conflicting values.