Maxim 6.6.6
He who bears the burden should also enjoy the benefit.
Qui sentit onus, sentire debet et commodum.
Source: 1 Co. 99a; Broom, Max. 638; Weisman, 12g
Difficulty 1/5 — Foundational
Explanation
The People who bear the burden of taxation, obedience, and civic duty are entitled to the benefit of protection and liberty — the equation must balance.
Where this applies
- Citizens pay taxes and serve on juries — they deserve the protection of the law in return.
- I bear all the obligations of citizenship but the government isn't protecting my rights.
Legal domains
See also
Cite this maxim
NeCede Max. 6.6.6 — He who bears the burden should also enjoy the benefit. — 1 Co. 99a; Broom, Max. 638; Weisman, 12g (Qui sentit onus, sentire debet et commodum.)
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