Quote by Thomas Carlyle

Foolish men imagine that because judgement for an evil thing is delayed, there is no justice; but only accident here below. Judgement for an evil thing is many times delayed some day or two, some century or two, but it is sure as life, it is sure as

Foolish men imagine that because judgement for an evil thing

Summary

death. - Thomas Carlyle This quote by Thomas Carlyle addresses the misconception that delayed retribution implies the absence of justice. Carlyle argues that some may believe that when punishment for wrongdoing is not immediate, it is a result of chance or randomness. However, he emphasizes that judgement for evil acts may be delayed, sometimes for short periods or even centuries, but it is inevitable, just like the certainty of life and death. Carlyle reminds us that justice will eventually be served, regardless of the timing.

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