Conscience Quote by Henry Fielding
““... a good conscience is never lawless in the worst regulated state, and will provide those laws for itself, which the neglect of legislators hath forgotten to supply.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Tom Jones, 1749
A moral conscience guides lawmaking, filling gaps left by legislators.
In simple terms: Conscience fills legal gaps.
Key Takeaway
Let conscience inform law.
Themes
ethics
law
conscience
Mood
serious
analytical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- legislative drafting
- judicial decisions
- public policy
Key Concepts
political theory
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can conscience be balanced with democratic processes?
- What safeguards ensure ethical lawmaking?
A Different Perspective
Conscience may be subjective.
