Accounts Quote by Henri Frederic Amiel
“Society rests upon conscience, not upon science.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Life of the Mind, 1865
Society's stability depends on moral awareness rather than purely scientific knowledge.
In simple terms: Society needs conscience more than science.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate ethical responsibility.
Themes
ethics
society
science
morality
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- education policy
- business leadership
- public discourse
- lawmaking
Key Concepts
philosophy
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance scientific progress with ethical considerations?
- What role should conscience play in public policy?
A Different Perspective
Science alone cannot resolve moral dilemmas.
