Art Quote by George Crabbe
“Oh, Conscience! Conscience! man's most faithful friend, Him canst thou comfort, ease, relieve, defend; But if he will thy friendly checks forego, Thou art, oh! woe for me, his deadliest foe!”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Village Schoolmaster, 1807
Conscience can be a comforting guide, but ignoring its warnings makes it a dangerous enemy.
In simple terms: Conscience guides; ignoring it harms you.
Listen to your conscience.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- decision making
- personal dilemmas
- ethical debates
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you ignored your conscience?
- What are the costs of suppressing inner warnings?
Overreliance on conscience can cause paralysis.