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To endeavor to domineer over conscience, is to invade the citadel of heaven
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"To endeavor to domineer over conscience, is to invade the citadel of heaven"

- Charles V

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This quote by Charles V talks with the significance of valuing one's conscience. It suggests that trying to control or adjust somebody's principles is an useless endeavor, as it belongs of a person's innermost being and is eventually past the control of any kind of exterior pressure. The quote additionally indicates that conscience is a spiritual thing, and that it is shielded by a higher power. By referring to principles as a "castle of paradise," Charles V is suggesting that it is a place of haven and safety and security, which it must be appreciated and safeguarded. Basically, this quote is a pointer that we ought to not attempt to control or control the conscience of an additional, as it is a personal as well as sacred thing that must be valued and also protected.

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Spain Flag This quote is written / told by Charles V between February 24, 1500 and September 21, 1558. He was a famous Royalty from Spain. The author also have 6 other quotes.

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