Khalil Gibran Quote - Liberty Quotes Blog

"Do not be merciful, but be just,
for mercy is bestowed upon the guilty criminal,
while Justice is all that the innocent man requires."

by:	Khalil Gibran
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Categories:	Compassion, Crime, Innocence, Justice
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Reader comments about this quote:

Be merciful and do justly. Regarding the guilty criminal, mercy shall not rob justice. Requirement of the innocent man ? Mercy and justice are equally intricate in the noble being - man. -- Mike, Norwalk
-- jim k, Austin, Tx
Like revenge, mercy has nothing to do with true justice. -- Cal, Lewisville,TX
I understand the sentiment but justice without mercy is damnation for all. -- E Archer, NYC