Sunday, February 6, 2011

Lady Justice

What is the significance of the:


Blindfold: Is worn by Lady Justice to indidcate that justice is or should be made without fear or favour  regardless of the identity, power, or weakness of the individuals brought before the bar. Many blind people wore blindfolds so it could also mean that Lady Justice was blind herself.


Scales: Lady Justice holds a set of scales in her hand which she measures the strength of a cases support and opposition.


Sword: She is also carrying a double edged sword which divides the power of reason and justice instantly.




blindfolded lady with sword in right hand held vertically down to floor, and a set of balance scales in her left hand held neck high

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