Arbitrary Quote by William S. Burroughs
“Be just and if you can't be just, be arbitrary.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Naked Lunch, 1959
If you cannot be fair, act without bias, even if it seems random.
In simple terms: When fairness fails, choose impartiality.
Key Takeaway
Aim for impartial decisions.
Themes
ethics
justice
decision-making
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- legal judgments
- team leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
arbitrary action
moral flexibility
Questions to Reflect On
- When is impartiality more important than fairness?
- Can randomness be ethical?
A Different Perspective
Arbitrary choices can seem capricious.
