Quote by Benjamin Disraeli

A precedent embalms a principle.

A precedent embalms a principle.

Summary

This quote suggests that when a decision or action establishes a precedent (a prior example or rule), it can solidify and preserve a certain principle or belief. By following established precedents, individuals or institutions can uphold and ensure the consistency and legitimacy of certain principles over time. In this sense, precedents serve as a reference point, guiding future decisions and actions based on established principles that have been "embalmed" or preserved through earlier instances or rulings.

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By Benjamin Disraeli

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