Quote by Henry David Thoreau

Under a government which imprisons any unjustly, the true place for a just man is also a prison.

Under a government which imprisons any unjustly, the true pl

Summary

This quote suggests that in a society where an innocent person is unjustly imprisoned by the government, a just individual should also willingly face imprisonment alongside them. It implies that staying free under an unjust government would be a betrayal of one's principles of justice and integrity. By choosing to be imprisoned, a just person aligns themselves with the injustice suffered by others and highlights the flawed nature of the government's actions. Ultimately, this quote emphasizes the importance of solidarity and sacrifice for the sake of justice.

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By Henry David Thoreau

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