Quote by Denis Diderot

Morals are in all countries the result of legislation and government they are not African or Asian or European: they are good or bad.

Morals are in all countries the result of legislation and go

Summary

This quote emphasizes that morality is not determined by one's geographical location or cultural background. Instead, it suggests that morals are shaped by the laws and governing systems of societies. The quote argues that morals are universal and can be objectively categorized as either good or bad, regardless of whether they originate from Africa, Asia, Europe, or any other region. It supposes that morality is not inherently tied to specific cultures or countries, but rather influenced by the legislation and governance prevalent in a society.

By Denis Diderot

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