Conscience Quote by Thomas Merton
“Conscience is the light by which we interpret the will of God in our own lives.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Seven Storey Mountain", 1948
Conscience acts as an inner light revealing God's will in our lives.
In simple terms: Conscience shows God's will.
Key Takeaway
Listen to your inner moral compass.
Themes
spirituality
ethics
self‑knowledge
Mood
contemplative
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- moral dilemmas
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
inner light
divine guidance
Questions to Reflect On
- What does your conscience tell you today?
- How do you discern divine will?
A Different Perspective
Conscience can be clouded by bias.
