Giwa Ihesha
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This is the Statue of Hope to the Common man
You have probably seen this woman in court premises, Law faculties, or around court buildings.
But have you ever stopped to ask:
Why is this woman Blindfolded?
Why is she holding a Scale?
And why is there a Sword in her hand?
That woman is called Lady Justice and trust me, she is not standing there just to look beautiful for pictures.
Every part of that statue is sending a message.
The Blindfold
Why can't she see?
Because justice is supposed to be impartial.
The blindfold represents the idea that justice should not be influenced by:
Your tribe.
Your religion.
Your wealth.
Your social status.
Your connections.
In simple terms:
The law should not say, “Let me first check who you are.”
It should focus on the case before the court.
The Scale
That scale represents balance.
Before a court reaches a decision, the competing sides and the evidence before the court are considered. Your story is placed on one side. The other person's case is placed on the other side. The court considers the evidence and arguments presented by the parties and applies the law.
So when you see that scale, remember Justice is not supposed to be based on who can shout the loudest.
The Sword
Now, this one is serious.The sword represents authority and the power of justice. The court does not merely listen to disputes. It has legal authority to make binding decisions and, subject to the law and applicable procedures, those decisions can be enforced.
The sword reminds us that the law has power.
So the next time you walk past that blindfolded woman in court, don't just see a statue.
See the message:
Blindfold = Impartiality.
Scale = Balance.
Sword = Authority.
And perhaps that is why Lady Justice remains one of the most recognisable symbols of justice around the world.
She is not decoration.
She is a reminder of what justice is supposed to represent.
Now be honest
Before today, did you actually know what the blindfold, scale and sword represented?
Confidence Aribibia
I remain your Favourite Lawyer
You have probably seen this woman in court premises, Law faculties, or around court buildings.
But have you ever stopped to ask:
Why is this woman Blindfolded?
Why is she holding a Scale?
And why is there a Sword in her hand?
That woman is called Lady Justice and trust me, she is not standing there just to look beautiful for pictures.
Every part of that statue is sending a message.
The BlindfoldWhy can't she see?
Because justice is supposed to be impartial.
The blindfold represents the idea that justice should not be influenced by:
Your tribe. Your religion. Your wealth. Your social status. Your connections.In simple terms:
The law should not say, “Let me first check who you are.”
It should focus on the case before the court.
The ScaleThat scale represents balance.
Before a court reaches a decision, the competing sides and the evidence before the court are considered. Your story is placed on one side. The other person's case is placed on the other side. The court considers the evidence and arguments presented by the parties and applies the law.
So when you see that scale, remember Justice is not supposed to be based on who can shout the loudest.
The SwordNow, this one is serious.The sword represents authority and the power of justice. The court does not merely listen to disputes. It has legal authority to make binding decisions and, subject to the law and applicable procedures, those decisions can be enforced.
The sword reminds us that the law has power.
So the next time you walk past that blindfolded woman in court, don't just see a statue.
See the message:
Blindfold = Impartiality. Scale = Balance. Sword = Authority.And perhaps that is why Lady Justice remains one of the most recognisable symbols of justice around the world.
She is not decoration.
She is a reminder of what justice is supposed to represent.
Now be honest
Before today, did you actually know what the blindfold, scale and sword represented?
Confidence AribibiaI remain your Favourite Lawyer