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Max Nordau

Civilization is built on a number of ultimate principles... respect for human life, the punishment of crimes against property and persons, the equality of all good citizens before the law... or, in a word justice.

Max Nordau

Respect

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Max Nordau is saying that the foundation of a civilized society depends on key ideas like valuing human life, ensuring wrongdoers are punished, and treating all law-abiding people equally. These ideas together create a system of fairness that keeps society orderly and just.

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