The voice of conscience is so delicate that it is easy to stifle it; but it is also so clear that it is impossible to mistake it.
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About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Conscience is quiet and easily ignored but speaks so clearly when noticed that it cannot be misunderstood.
- In plain terms
- It is easy to ignore your conscience but hard to misunderstand it.
- What can you take from it?
- Pay attention to your inner voice when it speaks clearly.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How clear is your inner voice?
- Have you ignored your conscience?
Another view
Conscience can sometimes be biased by upbringing or culture.
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