The most universal and effectual way of discovering the true meaning of law, when the words are dubious, is by considering the reason and spirit of it; or the cause which moved the legislator to enact it. for when this reason ceased, the law itself ought likewise to cease with it.


Commentaries on the Laws of England (ed. University of Chicago Press, 1765) - ISBN: 9780226055480

William Blackstone Quotes

The most universal and effectual way of discovering the true meaning of law, when the words are dubious, is by considering the reason and spirit of...

The most universal and effectual way of discovering the true meaning of law, when the words are dubious, is by considering the reason and spirit of...

The most universal and effectual way of discovering the true meaning of law, when the words are dubious, is by considering the reason and spirit of...

The most universal and effectual way of discovering the true meaning of law, when the words are dubious, is by considering the reason and spirit of...