Quote by Henry David Thoreau

The law will never make a man free it is men who have got to make the law free.

The law will never make a man free it is men who have got to

Summary

This quote suggests that laws alone cannot grant freedom to individuals; rather, it is the responsibility of people to ensure that laws are fair and just. The quote emphasizes the idea that liberty cannot be achieved through legislation alone, but by actively participating in the shaping and reforming of laws to reflect the ideals of freedom and equality. It highlights the power and agency of individuals in ensuring that the laws they live under uphold and protect their freedoms.

By Henry David Thoreau

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