October 13

That which is altogether just shalt thou follow, that thou mayest live. — Deut 16:20

What stronger breast-plate than a heart untainted! Thrice is he armed that hath his quarrel just, And he but naked, though locked up in steel, Whose conscience with injustice is corrupted.
— William Shakespeare.

A man’s accusations of himself are always believed, his praises never.
— Montaigne.

Justice needs that two be heard.
— From Goethe's Autobiography.

Prayer

Lord of justice, if I may be influenced this morning by doubt and am inclined to be resentful, wilt thou cause me to have a generous spirit and keep my faith. May I never descend to anything base or deceitful, but may I remember that if I lay down my life, I may have the power to take it up again. Amen.