Conscience Quote by Mahmoud Mohammed Taha
“Sin begins in thought, which is the intimation of conscience. So, if the conscience holds sin, then its thoughts shall be evil.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Ethical Thought, 1970
Sin originates from thought, reflecting a conscience that already harbors sin, making those thoughts evil.
In simple terms: Sin starts in thought, showing a sinful conscience.
Examine thoughts to prevent immoral actions.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- spiritual counseling
- mental health therapy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate harmful thoughts from fleeting ones?
- Can awareness of thought patterns reduce sinful behavior?
Not all thoughts lead to action; context matters.