BLIND JUSTICE UNDER THE LAW WILL RETURN TO OUR REPUBLIC.
There is a reason why a sword is held.
Q
In her right hand, Lady Justice is seen to have a sword that faces downwards. This sword represents punishment. This sword is held below the scales to show that evidence and court are always held before punishment. ... Since the 16th century, Lady Justice has often been depicted wearing a blindfold.
QDrop # 3181 dated 25 March 2019
BLIND JUSTICE UNDER THE LAW WILL RETURN TO OUR REPUBLIC.
There is a reason why a sword is held.
Q
In her right hand, Lady Justice is seen to have a sword that faces downwards. This sword represents punishment. This sword is held below the scales to show that evidence and court are always held before punishment. ... Since the 16th century, Lady Justice has often been depicted wearing a blindfold.