Conscience has nothing to do as lawgiver or judge; but is…
“Conscience has nothing to do as lawgiver or judge; but is a witness against me if I do wrong, and which approves if I do right. To act against conscience is to act against reason and God's Law.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Conscience acts as an internal moral witness, judging our actions and aligning with reason and divine law.
In simple terms: Conscience judges right and wrong.
Key Takeaway
Listen to your conscience.
Themes
ethics
reason
morality
law
spirituality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
Conscience:1
Ethics:1
Ifs:0
Judging:0
Law:1
Reason:1
Witness:1
Act Conscience:0
Act Reason:0
Conscience Lawgiver:0
Conscience Act:0
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- ethical dilemmas
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
moral judgment
inner witness
divine law
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile inner moral conflict with external pressures?
- When does reason override conscience?
A Different Perspective
conscience may conflict with societal expectations.