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Young's equation is discussed on a thermodynamic basis. The result shows that the equation is a thermodynamic equilibrium of the wetting system rather than a force balance. The equilibrium satisfies the general equilibrium condition, that is, Gibbs free energy should be minimum when the wetting equilibrium is reached. The validity of Young's equation is only limited to some special cases, namely if the droplet shape is an exact sphere sector. It implies that Young's equation can only be used in the case without the action of gravity. If the curve of the liquid surface changes, the term of cos theta in Young's equation should be replaced by another functional form of the contact angle theta. In the discussion, the author suggests that, in the case of a solid, the surface energy should be considered rather than the surface tension, and the concept of a solid surface tension should be reconsidered based on the difference between a liquid surface and a solid surface.