Friendship is the only thing in the world concerning the usefulness of which all mankind are agreed.
Marcus Tullius CiceroRead
The foundation of justice is good faith.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Justice is built on trust and honesty.
In this quote, Cicero emphasizes that the essence of justice is rooted in good faith, suggesting that fair dealings and sincerity are fundamental to a just society. Without good faith, the principles of justice cannot be upheld, and social order would be compromised, highlighting the moral responsibilities that come with the pursuit of justice.
Themes
JusticeGood FaithTrustMoralitySociety
In practice
Example use cases
During a legal seminar, I quoted Cicero to emphasize the importance of ethical conduct in law.
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