Quote by Thomas Carlyle

Of all acts of man repentance is the most divine. The greatest of all faults is to be conscious of none.

Of all acts of man repentance is the most divine. The greate

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of repentance and self-awareness. It suggests that of all the things human beings can do, repentance - acknowledging and apologizing for one's mistakes - is the most godlike or morally superior. It implies that realizing and admitting one's faults is crucial, as the worst fault of all is being so oblivious or indifferent to one's wrongdoings that one remains unconscious and unapologetic about them. In essence, the quote promotes the virtues of remorse, self-reflection, and personal growth.

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Man Faults Repentance

By Thomas Carlyle

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