When a man says he approves of something in principle, it means he hasn't the slightest intention of putting it into practice. - Otto von Bismarck
Conscience has nothing to do as lawgiver or judge; but is a witness against me if I do wrong, and which approves if I do right. To act against conscience is to act against reason and God's Law.
I don't advise. You mutn't give any weight to what I say, except in so far as your own judgment approves it. - George Gissing
It is enough if God approves of me and all are against me. - Lailah Gifty Akita
If your paramount concern in life is to make sure everyone likes and approves of you, I’m sorry to say you’re going to find yourself running in circles for the rest of your life. - Ali B. Moe
God approves our life if we attain His goals. - Sunday Adelaja
If your paramount concern in life is to make sure everyone likes and approves of you, you’re going to find yourself running in circles for the rest of your life. - Ali B. Moe
Anyone who remains silent in the face of murder is an accomplice to murder. Anyone who does not condemn approves. - Zofia Kossak-Szczucka
I love the man that can smile in trouble, that can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. 'Tis the business of little minds to shrink; but he whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves his conduct, will pursue his principles unto death. - Thomas Paine