Jeremy Bentham:

The end of punishment is to prevent future offences.

— Jeremy Bentham Early Modern

Utilitarianism founder

Context

An Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation

Date / Period

1789

Source

https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37168/37168-h/37168-h.htm

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Explanation

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