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And what is the
strength of the laws? If one of you is wronged and cries aloud, will the laws
run up and be at his side to assist him? No; they are only written texts and
incapable of such action. Wherein then resides their power? In yourselves, if
only you support them and make them all-powerful to help him who needs them. So
the laws are strong through you and you through the laws.
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