Conscience Quote by Saint Augustine
“Conscience and reputation are two things. Conscience is due to yourself, reputation to your neighbour.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: On Christian Doctrine, 397 AD
Conscience is personal moral accountability; reputation is how others view you.
In simple terms: Conscience is self‑judgment; reputation is external perception.
Key Takeaway
Align inner values with outward behavior.
Themes
ethics
social perception
self‑awareness
reputation
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- leadership
- personal branding
- community trust
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Moral philosophy
social dynamics
integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile personal ethics with public image?
- Can reputation ever fully reflect inner conscience?
A Different Perspective
External reputation can be manipulated, diverging from true conscience.
