Conscience is called the adversary, because it always…
“Conscience is called the adversary, because it always opposes our evil will; it reminds us of what we ought to do but do not, and condemns us if we do something we ought not.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Conscience opposes evil, reminding us of moral duties and condemning wrongdoing, acting as an internal adversary.
In simple terms: Conscience opposes evil and guides moral action.
Key Takeaway
Listen to conscience to align actions with virtue.
Themes
morality
conscience
inner conflict
Mood
introspective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- making decisions
- confessing mistakes
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
ethical duty
self‑judgment
virtue
Questions to Reflect On
- What does your conscience tell you now?
- How do you reconcile conscience with desire?
A Different Perspective
Conscience can be suppressed or ignored, limiting its guidance.