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Conscience Quote by James Fenimore Cooper

“A man without conscience is but a poor creature...” quote by James Fenimore Cooper
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““A man without conscience is but a poor creature...””

James Fenimore Cooper

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Last of the Mohicans, 1826

A person lacking conscience is merely a lowly being, implying moral deficiency defines humanity.

In simple terms: Without conscience, one is a poor creature.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate conscience for moral integrity.

Themes

ethics human nature morality

Mood

reflective serious

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • leadership
  • legal judgments

Key Concepts

moral philosophy character development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines a 'poor creature'?
  • Can conscience be taught?
A Different Perspective

A conscience can be suppressed, not absent.

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