Conscience

'Tis the business of little minds to shrink,
but they whose heart is firm,
and whose conscience approves their conduct,
will pursue their principles unto death.
- Thomas Paine

In matters of conscience,
the law of the majority has no place.
- Mohandas (Mahatma) Gandhi

The ultimate test of a man's conscience
may be his willingness to sacrifice something today
for future generations whose words of thanks will not be heard.
- Gaylord Nelson

It is not desirable to cultivate
a respect for the law,
so much as for the right.
- Henry David Thoreau

Never do anything against conscience
even if the state demands it.
- Albert Einstein

It is our choices ... that show what we truly are,
far more than our abilities.
- J. K. Rowling (Harry Potter and The Chamber of Secrets)

Further reading: Standing Up For Principles

Values

Responsibility

Principles

Good Conscience

Leadership

Encouragement

Change