Conscience Quote by Blaise Pascal
““Evil is never done so thoroughly or so well as when it is done with a good conscience.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Pensées, 1670
Evil is most effective when performed with a clear conscience, masking its immorality.
In simple terms: Good conscience hides evil’s thoroughness.
Key Takeaway
Beware of rationalizations that mask wrongdoing.
Themes
morality
evil
conscience
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- legal judgments
- personal decisions
- organizational policies
Key Concepts
rationalization
ethical blindness
self-deception
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you justified a harmful act?
- How does conscience influence moral choices?
A Different Perspective
Even with a good conscience, evil can be subtle and hard to detect.
