Obedience of the law is demanded; not asked as a favor.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Lawful behavior is a requirement for citizenship, not a privilege to be granted.
- In plain terms
- You must follow the law; it is not a choice.
- What can you take from it?
- Obeying laws is a duty, not a favor.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is disobedience justified?
Another view
It ignores situations where laws may be unjust.
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