Quote by Henry Bolingbroke

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 highlights the significance of liberty in society by comparing it to the importance of health to an individual. It suggests that just as good health is necessary for experiencing pleasure and joy as an individual, liberty is essential for society to experience true happiness. The quote implies that without liberty, the collective body of society would be deprived of the freedom necessary to enjoy a fulfilling and contented existence. Overall, it emphasizes the essential role that liberty plays in fostering happiness and well-being within society.

By Henry Bolingbroke

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