Compass Quote by Vincent Van Gogh
“Conscience is a man's compass, and though the needle sometimes deviates, though one often perceives irregularities in directing one's course by it, still one must try to follow its direction.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Personal correspondence, 1885
Conscience guides moral direction despite occasional doubts; one should strive to follow it
In simple terms: Follow your inner moral guide despite doubts
Key Takeaway
Trust your conscience
Themes
ethics
self‑guidance
integrity
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- decision making
- ethical dilemmas
- personal growth
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
inner compass
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern true conscience?
- What obstacles hinder following it?
A Different Perspective
Conscience can be clouded by bias or external pressure
