Conscience Quote by Thomas Aquinas
“Every judgement of conscience, be it right or wrong, be it about things evil in themselves or morally indifferent, is obligatory, in such wise that he who acts against his conscience always sins.”
About This Quote
Source Summa Theologica, Part I, Question 86, Article 1
Conscience obliges us; acting against it is sinful, regardless of the moral status of the act.
In simple terms: Acting against conscience is wrong.
Key Takeaway
Follow your conscience.
Themes
ethics
morality
personal responsibility
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
religious
When to use this quote
- legal decisions
- medical choices
- daily dilemmas
Key Concepts
autonomy
moral law
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it permissible to override conscience?
- How do we resolve conflicting consciences?
A Different Perspective
Conscience can be misinformed; not all conflicts are clear.
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