Conquer Quote by Alphonsus Liguori
“He would be guilty of mortal sin, because he exposes himself to the danger of grievously offending God. Hence, before he acts he must lay aside the doubt; and if he has not hitherto done so, he must confess it, at least, as it is before God. But the scrupulous, who have doubts about everything, must follow another rule: they must obey their confessor. When he tells them to conquer their doubts, and to act against scruples, they should obey with exactness; otherwise they will render themselves unable and unfit to perform any spiritual exercise.”
About This Quote
The passage warns that lingering doubt about moral actions can become a grave sin, urging confession and obedience to a confessor to overcome scrupulosity.
In simple terms: Doubt can be sinful; seek guidance.
Key Takeaway
Confession and obedience resolve scrupulous doubt.
Themes
Moral theology
Sin
Scrupulosity
Confession
Obedience
Spiritual discipline
Mood
Serious
Reflective
Cautionary
Type
Doctrinal
Pastoral
Advisory
When to use this quote
- Facing moral uncertainty
- Dealing with excessive scruples
- Seeking spiritual direction
- Confessing doubts
- Following a confessor's advice
Key Concepts
Sin
Confession
Obedience
Spiritual health
Practical Applications
- Spiritual counseling
- Confession preparation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does obedience to a confessor help overcome scrupulosity?
- What are the risks of unconfessed doubts?
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