Quote by Thomas De Quincey

In many walks of life, a conscience is a more expensive encumbrance than a wife or a carriage.

In many walks of life, a conscience is a more expensive encu

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This quote suggests that having a conscience can often be more burdensome than having a spouse or material possessions. It implies that having a strong moral compass and ethical considerations can come with a cost, perhaps in terms of personal sacrifices or difficult decisions. The quote implies that a conscience can be a weight that one carries which may be more challenging and costly compared to the responsibilities or financial burdens associated with having a spouse or owning material possessions.

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