Force Quote by William Shakespeare
““Force should be right; or rather, right and wrong, between whose endless jar justice resides, should lose their names, and so should justice too. Then everything includes itself in power, power into will, will into appetite; and appetite, an universal wolf, so doubly seconded with will and power, must make perforce an universal prey and at last eat up himself.””
About This Quote
Justice and power intertwine, blurring moral boundaries and leading to self‑destruction when unchecked.
In simple terms: Power corrupts justice, causing mutual ruin.
Key Takeaway
Guard against power’s corrupting influence.
Themes
justice
power
ethics
philosophy
Mood
cautionary
thought‑provoking
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- political leadership
- legal systems
- personal ambition
Key Concepts
political theory
moral philosophy
literary analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- What checks can prevent power from corrupting justice?
- Can justice exist without power?
A Different Perspective
Power can also protect justice if wielded responsibly.
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