Conscience Quote by Harper Lee
““Atticus, you must be wrong." "How's that?" "Well, most folks seem to think they're right and you're wrong. . ." "They're certainly entitled to think that, and they're entitled to full respect for their opinions," said Atticus, "but before I can live with other folks I've got to live with myself. The one thing that doesn't abide by majority rule is a person's conscience.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: To Kill a Mockingbird, 1960
One's conscience must guide actions, not the majority's opinion.
In simple terms: Conscience over popular opinion.
Key Takeaway
Trust your inner moral compass.
Themes
ethics
individualism
integrity
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- courtroom decisions
- personal dilemmas
- public debates
- leadership choices
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
social conformity
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you chosen conscience over crowd?
- How do you balance respect for others with personal values?
A Different Perspective
Societal pressure can still sway decisions despite conscience.
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