Famous quote by Richard Brinsley Sheridan

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The glorious uncertainty of the law was a thing well known and complained of, by all ignorant people, but all learned ge
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"The glorious uncertainty of the law was a thing well known and complained of, by all ignorant people, but all learned gentleman considered it as its greatest excellency"

- Richard Brinsley Sheridan

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The quote by Richard Brinsley Sheridan speaks with the intricacy of the law and how it is seen by different people. Those who are not knowledgeable about the law, or are "ignorant" of it, often complain about the unpredictability of the law and how hard it can be to understand. On the other hand, those who are "discovered gentlemen", or those who are fluent in the law, see the unpredictability of the law as its biggest strength. This is due to the fact that the uncertainty of the law permits versatility and interpretation, which can be advantageous in specific cases. The quote likewise speaks with the importance of having a good understanding of the law, as it can be challenging to navigate without the proper knowledge. Eventually, the quote serves as a pointer of the value of having a mutual understanding of the law and how it can be beneficial in particular scenarios.

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Richard Brinsley Sheridan This quote is written / told by Richard Brinsley Sheridan between October 30, 1751 and July 7, 1816. He was a famous Playwright from Ireland. The author also have 30 other quotes.

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