Another man Quote by Hannah Arendt
“What I cannot live with may not bother another man's conscience. The result is that conscience will stand against conscience.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Human Condition, Hannah Arendt, 1958
Moral conflicts arise when individuals' consciences clash, leading to internal opposition.
In simple terms: Consciences can conflict.
Key Takeaway
Recognize differing moral views.
Themes
ethics
conflict
conscience
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- political debate
- personal decision
- social justice
Key Concepts
moral relativism
internal struggle
Questions to Reflect On
- What causes conscience to oppose conscience?
- How can we reconcile conflicting moral duties?
A Different Perspective
Assuming one conscience is universal can be naive.
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