A sturdy, hardened sinner shall advance to the utmost…
“A sturdy, hardened sinner shall advance to the utmost pitch of impiety, with less reluctance than he took the first step while his conscience was yet vigilant and tender.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A hardened sinner can become even more impious, acting with less hesitation than when his conscience was still sensitive.
In simple terms: Even a sinner can become more immoral without moral restraint.
Key Takeaway
Beware of losing moral vigilance over time.
Themes
morality
impiety
conscience
human nature
Mood
reflective
cautionary
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- spiritual decline
- ethical decision making
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
ethical decay
moral complacency
Questions to Reflect On
- What factors keep conscience alive in hardened individuals?
- How does moral vigilance change over a lifetime?
A Different Perspective
Even the morally hardened may still retain some conscience.