Summary
This quote suggests that rulers who introduce new laws or systems of governance tend to be strict and impose harsh measures. The reason for their harshness lies in the unfamiliarity and resistance to change that comes with implementing new laws. Such rulers may need to assert their authority firmly and enforce strict measures in order to establish and consolidate their rule. The quote implies that the introduction of new laws often involves initial resistance and discontent among the people, making it necessary for rulers to be harsh in order to maintain control and ensure the successful implementation of their new laws.
Topics
Leadership
By Aeschylus