Bitter Quote by Dante Alighieri
“O conscience, upright and stainless, how bitter a sting to thee is a little fault!”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Divine Comedy", Inferno, Canto V
Moral conscience feels pain when even minor faults arise
In simple terms: Conscience hurts over small mistakes
Key Takeaway
Maintain integrity to avoid inner conflict
Themes
ethics
conscience
guilt
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
literary
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- confession
- ethical dilemmas
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
theology
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance conscience with self‑compassion?
- What small faults can be forgiven?
A Different Perspective
Excessive self‑criticism can be paralyzing
