Quote by Henry St. John

Liberty is to the collective body, what health is to every individual body. Without health no pleasure can be tasted by man without liberty, no happiness can be enjoyed by society.

Liberty is to the collective body, what health is to every i

Summary

This quote suggests that liberty is as crucial to a society as health is to an individual. It states that without a healthy body, a person cannot experience pleasure, just as without liberty, society cannot enjoy happiness. It highlights the idea that the well-being and freedom of individuals contribute to the overall well-being and happiness of a collective body. It emphasizes the importance of both individual and societal freedom and the impact they have on human experiences and quality of life.

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Happiness

By Henry St. John

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