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Conviction Quote by Samuel Johnson

“Repentance, however difficult to be practiced, is, if it be explained without superstition, easily understood. Repentance is the relinquishment of any practice from the conviction that it has offended God.” quote by Samuel Johnson
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“Repentance, however difficult to be practiced, is, if it be explained without superstition, easily understood. Repentance is the relinquishment of any practice from the conviction that it has offended God.”

Samuel Johnson

About This Quote

Repentance, though hard, is simply giving up actions that offend God, without superstitious explanations.

In simple terms: Repentance is giving up offensive actions.

Key Takeaway

Practice sincere self-correction.

Themes

morality spirituality self-improvement

Mood

thoughtful encouraging

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • religious practice
  • personal growth
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

repentance humility ethical clarity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What actions do you need to relinquish?
  • How can you practice repentance without fear?
A Different Perspective

Superstition can obscure true moral intent.

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