Quote by George Sewell

Fear is the tax that conscience pays to guilt.

Fear is the tax that conscience pays to guilt.

Summary

This quote suggests that fear is a consequence of having a guilty conscience. When we have done something wrong or unethical, our conscience burdens us with guilt, and fear becomes the payment we make to appease that guilt. It implies that fear acts as a reminder of our wrongdoing and serves as a self-imposed punishment for not living in accordance with our moral standards. This quote highlights the relationship between fear, guilt, and our internal sense of right and wrong.

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