Quote by Helen Rowland

What a man calls his conscience is merely the mental action that follows a sentimental reaction after too much wine or love.

What a man calls his conscience is merely the mental action

Summary

This quote suggests that what people often refer to as their conscience is simply a product of their emotions or intoxication. It implies that moral judgments or regrets stem from the influence of sentimental or intoxicating experiences rather than a genuine understanding of right and wrong. In essence, it challenges the idea of an innate, guiding conscience and instead portrays it as a subjective response triggered by heightened emotions or altered states.

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Conscience

By Helen Rowland

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