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Conscience Quote by Mark Twain

“Our consciences take no notice of pain inflicted on others until it reaches a point where it gives pain to us.” quote by Mark Twain — Download Open image

“Our consciences take no notice of pain inflicted on others until it reaches a point where it gives pain to us.”

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Writing adds up to the conscience of our times.

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Never can true courage dwell with them, Who, playing tricks with conscience, dare not look At their own vices.

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