Children Quote by Letitia Elizabeth Landon
“Conscience, like a child, is soon lulled to sleep.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Conscience” (published in 1825), Letitia Elizabeth Landon, 1825
Conscience is likened to a child that can be easily soothed, suggesting it is fragile and easily ignored.
In simple terms: Conscience is easily lulled.
Key Takeaway
Guard your moral awareness.
Themes
morality
innocence
vulnerability
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- parenting
- decision making
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
Ethics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you keep conscience active?
- What silences moral awareness?
A Different Perspective
Neglecting conscience can lead to ethical lapses.
