Significance of Justice
Synonyms: Equity, Righteousness, Moral rightness, Integrity, Impartiality, Justness, Truth., Objectivity, Neutrality
In French: Justice; In Dutch: Gerechtigheid; In Finnish: Oikeudenmukaisuus; In Spanish: Justicia; In German: Gerechtigkeit; In Malay: Keadilan; In Swedish: 搁盲迟迟惫颈蝉补
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Buddhist concept of 'Justice'
In Buddhism, Justice embodies fairness and lawful processes in legal matters, advocates for thorough investigations in governance, emphasizes corrective actions for the greater good, and underscores the king's duty to rule justly and lawfully.
From: Maha Buddhavamsa鈥擳he Great Chronicle of Buddhas
(1) What the ministers and courtiers plead for regarding Prince Maha Paduma's case, emphasizing the need for investigation.[1]
From: Vinaya (3): The Cullavagga
(1) The principles of fairness and lawful process that should guide legal proceedings.[2]
From: Milindapanha (questions of King Milinda)
(1) Refers to the fair and appropriate manner in which the Tathagata addressed Sudinna, believed to be a corrective action for the sake of the greater good.[3]
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) The fair treatment and lawful conduct expected from the king in his rule over the kingdom.[4]
Hindu concept of 'Justice'
In Hinduism, Justice embodies fairness and righteousness, essential for governance and honor. Delineated through figures like Krishna, Jatayu, and Rama, it guides moral actions and underscores societal integrity. Justice is revered and upheld in sacred traditions.
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Shastri)
(1) A principle invoked by King Kusha in concern for his daughters, whose appearances were distorted by the wrath of the wind god.[5] (2) The principle by which the narrator ruled his empire, indicating his fair governance while Bali was gone.[6] (3) A principle emphasized by Jatayu as a necessary quality for ruling and defending honor.[7]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Griffith)
(1) Justice' King is a deity whose shrine is present in the sacred grove.[8] (2) Justice refers to fairness and righteousness, a quality that Rama possesses.[9] (3) Justice is what guides every deed, and it is also what should increase and spread, and it is what is held as abhorred when someone attempts a deed.[10]
From: Prem Sagar (English translation)
(1) The principle upon which Raja Parikshit governed.[11]
The concept of Justice in local and regional sources
Justice is portrayed as a fundamental value essential for fairness and individual fulfillment, highlighted by Asaf Ali's impact and Galsworthy's exploration of moral dilemmas in his play 'Justice', which encourages dialogue on prison reform.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) Described as the most valuable of all values, with Asaf Ali being instrumental in ensuring fairness in his actions.[12] (2) The central theme of Galsworthy's work, where he reinterprets moral issues as embodied in his play 'Justice', influencing public discussion on prison reform.[13] (3) The equitable regulation of interactions among individuals, ensuring that individual self-fulfillment does not harm others.[14]
The concept of Justice in scientific sources
Justice in healthcare emphasizes fairness in decision-making, particularly regarding the equitable distribution of limited resources and respecting patient choices, ensuring that all individuals receive appropriate care regardless of their circumstances.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This is the ethical principle of fairness, which is considered in healthcare decisions, especially when discussing the distribution of scarce resources and patient choices.[15]