Quote by Doug Horton

Conscience is the window of our spirit, evil is the curtain.

Conscience is the window of our spirit, evil is the curtain.

Summary

This quote suggests that conscience acts as a mirror that reflects the true essence of our spirit. It represents the moral compass within us that guides our actions towards good or bad. Evil is depicted as a metaphorical curtain that obscures our conscience, leading us to make unethical choices. Essentially, the quote conveys the idea that our conscience enables us to discern between right and wrong, while evil influences can cloud or obstruct our judgment.

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