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Conscience Quote by Edward Thomson

“There is in man a conscience which outlives the sensations the sensations, resolutions, and emotions of the hour, and rises above them all.” quote by Edward Thomson
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“There is in man a conscience which outlives the sensations the sensations, resolutions, and emotions of the hour, and rises above them all.”

Edward Thomson

About This Quote

Source Essay: Human Conscience, 1902

A person's conscience endures beyond fleeting feelings, guiding lasting moral decisions.

In simple terms: Conscience outlasts momentary emotions.

Key Takeaway

Listen to deeper moral voice.

Themes

morality conscience timelessness self‑reflection

Mood

thoughtful introspective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • making ethical choices
  • personal growth
  • conflict resolution
  • long‑term planning
  • self‑assessment

Key Concepts

ethical philosophy psychology of morality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What values guide you beyond emotions?
  • How do you resolve conscience conflicts?
A Different Perspective

Conscience can be conflicted by social pressures.

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