Quote by Denis Diderot

Morals are in all countries the result of legislation and government; they are not African or Asian or European: they are good or bad.

Morals are in all countries the result of legislation and go

Summary

This quote emphasizes that morals or ethical principles are not inherent to any specific geographical region or cultural background. Instead, they are shaped by laws and governance within a society. Morality is universal and should not be seen as belonging to a particular country or continent. The quote suggests that moral standards should be evaluated based on their quality, rather than associating them with a specific cultural identity.

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