"He sido un hombre afortunado en la vida, nada me ha sido facil." "I've been a fortunate man in life, nothing has come easy"
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The first requisite of civilization is that of justice.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Justice is essential for any society to function properly and sustain its civilization.
The quote by Sigmund Freud emphasizes the importance of justice as a foundational element of civilization. It implies that without a fair system of justice to regulate behavior and resolve conflicts, society cannot thrive and progress, as justice serves as the cornerstone for social order and harmony.
Themes
JusticeCivilizationSocietyOrderMorality
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a debate about the importance of legal systems in modern society.
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