Quote by H. L. Mencken

Conscience is the inner voice which warns us that someone may be looking.

Conscience is the inner voice which warns us that someone ma

Summary

This quote suggests that conscience is a feeling or intuition within us that reminds us to behave ethically or morally, particularly when we believe we are being observed or judged by others. It implies that there is an inherent fear of being caught doing something wrong and feeling accountable for our actions. Essentially, conscience acts as a guide that instills a sense of responsibility and prevents us from engaging in behaviors that we would be ashamed of if witnessed.

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Conscience

By H. L. Mencken

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