Quote by Benjamin Disraeli

When men are pure, laws are useless; when men are corrupt, laws are broken.

When men are pure, laws are useless; when men are corrupt, l

Summary

This quote suggests that the fundamental nature of individuals greatly influences the efficacy of laws and regulations in society. When people have a moral character, laws become superfluous as they naturally act in accordance with what is right and just, rendering the need for strict enforcement unnecessary. Conversely, in a society full of corrupt individuals, laws aren't sufficient to inspire compliance. In this case, laws will likely be violated due to the lack of moral compass within individuals. Thus, the quote highlights the crucial role that personal integrity plays in the functioning of laws and order in any community.

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