Question

What is a seared conscience?

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A seared conscience refers to a state of insensitivity or lack of moral perception. It is when a person's conscience becomes hardened or desensitized due to repeatedly ignoring or suppressing feelings of guilt or conviction regarding immoral or unethical actions.

This term is derived from the biblical concept of a "seared conscience," mentioned in 1 Timothy 4:2, which states, "Speaking lies in hypocrisy, having their own conscience seared with a hot iron." It suggests that one's conscience can be likened to a branding iron that has become calloused or scarred, making it less responsive to moral or ethical concerns. In this state, a person may engage in harmful or immoral actions without experiencing guilt or remorse.