Samenleving, Wet en Politiek - Onrecht

used to emphasize the idea that life is not always fair, and that people may not always receive the recognition or reward that they deserve

used to emphasize the unevenness or randomness of fortune, where valuable opportunities or possessions may be bestowed upon those who are unable to fully enjoy or utilize them

de goden sturen noten naar degenen die geen tanden hebben

used to suggest that laws are often more effective at punishing small offenses and less influential individuals, while powerful or influential individuals may escape punishment

used to suggest that the legal system is often biased in favor of the wealthy and influential, allowing them to receive special treatment or avoid punishment

één wet voor de rijken en een andere wet voor de armen

used to imply that in certain situations, equality is not applied consistently or fairly, and that certain individuals or groups may receive better treatment or privileges than others

used to imply that conflicts between powerful entities can have serious consequences for those who are caught in the middle or who are weaker and more vulnerable

als olifanten vechten, wordt het gras vertrapt

used to imply that the best things in life are often obtained at the expense of others

het gezondste vlees gaat ten koste van iemand anders

used to stress the importance of timely delivery of justice, as any delay can render it ineffective and meaningless

uitgestelde gerechtigheid is gerechtigheid ontzegd

used to imply that those who commit minor offenses are punished harshly, while those who commit more serious crimes or who have more power and influence often escape punishment

kleine dieven worden opgehangen, maar groten ontsnappen