Dew depends not on Parliament.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Nature operates independently of human government.
- In plain terms
- Natural laws do not depend on parliament.
- What can you take from it?
- Natural rights exist beyond government authority.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What exists outside government?
- Are rights natural or granted?
Another view
The statement is metaphorical rather than literal.
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