Believe Quote by Pope Francis
“Every Catholic parliamentarian must vote according their well-formed conscience. I would say just this. I believe it is sufficient because - I say well-formed because it is not the conscience of 'what seems to me.'”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Synod of Bishops, 2015
A Catholic lawmaker should follow a conscience formed by doctrine, not personal preference.
In simple terms: Follow doctrine, not personal whims.
Key Takeaway
Let conscience be guided by faith.
Themes
ethics
politics
religion
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
moral
political
When to use this quote
- legislative voting
- public statements
- policy decisions
Key Concepts
conscience formation
church teaching
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal belief with public duty?
- What defines a well‑formed conscience?
A Different Perspective
Conscience can be conflicted by political pressure.
