court of conscience
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In canonical matters precepts may be given by religious superiors, parish priests, rectors of seminaries, and for the court of conscience by the confessor.
From Moral Theology A Complete Course Based on St. Thomas Aquinas and the Best Modern Authorities by Callan, Charles Jerome
It is therefore for the consequences of an insane delusion only that a man is not responsible before the inward court of conscience and the outward courts of justice.
From Moral Principles and Medical Practice The Basis of Medical Jurisprudence by Coppens, Charles
Therefore human law cannot impose its precept in a Divine court, such as is the court of conscience.
From Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae) From the Complete American Edition by Thomas, Aquinas, Saint
From that moment men have been wrangling in every court of conscience and society to secure decrees of divorce.
From Modern Eloquence: Vol III, After-Dinner Speeches P-Z by Various
They are not sufficient proof in any court of conscience, law, or public opinion.
From The Inner Sisterhood A Social Study in High Colors by Sherley, George Douglass
