The word “conscience” means “knowing-together.” It was a word coined by Stoic philosophers who said deity is found only within the human mind.
“Know Thyself” – Socrates famous quote was perhaps an aphorism for knowing God. By fusing the divinity with the self we get “conscience.” Philosophers across time have dictated that one’s own conscience is holy and right.
Conscience being, how do we find the moral precepts of what is ultimately right or wrong? Does our conduct, our character, our intentions, whether they be good or bad, create our conscience…or does the conscience inherent in us create our character?….
image: CONSCIENCE by Kharlomov
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Wow…that is certainly one thought provoking sculpture.