Body Quote by Jean-Jacques Rousseau
“Conscience is the voice of the soul; the passions of the body.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Emile, or On Education, 1762
Conscience guides moral choices; passions drive physical desires.
In simple terms: Mind and body have different drives.
Key Takeaway
Listen to conscience, manage passions.
Themes
morality
psychology
dualism
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
ethical
psychological
When to use this quote
- decision making
- conflict resolution
- self‑discipline
Key Concepts
Ethics
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate conscience from desire?
- When should passion be restrained?
A Different Perspective
Passions can overwhelm rational judgment.
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