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Conscience Quote by William Whewell

“Conscience is the reason employed about questions of right and wrong.” quote by William Whewell
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“Conscience is the reason employed about questions of right and wrong.”

William Whewell

About This Quote

Source Book: “The Philosophy of the Inductive Sciences” by William Whewell, 1840

Conscience guides moral judgments, helping us discern right from wrong.

In simple terms: Conscience tells right from wrong.

Key Takeaway

Listen to your conscience for moral decisions.

Themes

ethics morality inner voice

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • ethical dilemmas
  • leadership
  • education

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you resolve conflicting conscience signals?
  • When should external reasoning guide you?
A Different Perspective

Conscience can be conflicted or biased.

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