Beggar Quote by William Shakespeare
“I'll not meddle with it. It makes a man a coward: a man cannot steal but it accuseth him; a man cannot swear but it checks him; a man cannot lie with his neighbor's wife but it detects him. 'Tis a blushing, shamefaced spirit that mutinies in a man's bosom. It fills a man full of obstacles. It made me once restore a purse of gold that by chance I found. It beggars any man that keeps it. It is turned out of towns and cities for a dangerous thing, and every man that means to live well endeavors to trust to himself and live without it.”
About This Quote
The passage argues that conscience acts as an internal regulator, preventing immoral acts, yet it can also become a source of shame and self‑obstruction.
In simple terms: Conscience both guides and hinders
Key Takeaway
Conscience is a double‑edged regulator
Themes
conscience
morality
self‑control
shame
human nature
Mood
reflective
cautionary
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- ethical decision‑making
- personal introspection
- legal judgments
- psychological counseling
- moral education
Key Concepts
guilt
obstacle
trust
Practical Applications
- ethical training
- self‑help literature
Questions to Reflect On
- When does conscience become counterproductive?
- How can one balance self‑discipline with self‑compassion?
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