“I tremble for my country when I reflect that God is just; that his justice cannot sleep forever”
— Thomas Jefferson
Simplified Meaning:
When someone thinks deeply about their country's wrongdoings or injustices, they feel scared because they know that eventually, those actions will have consequences. It's like when a student cheats on a test. They might not get caught right away and enjoy the high score, but sooner or later, the truth usually comes out, and they must face the punishment. The idea here is that even if people get away with bad actions for a while, fairness and justice will catch up to them. For someone living their life, this means they should try to do the right thing, even if it's hard, because eventually, they will be held accountable for their actions. It encourages people to act with integrity and honesty, knowing that justice is always waiting in the background.
