The early Christians were encouraged to show consideration for the consciences of others so as not to stumble them.
(‏ ١ كورنثوس ٨ :‏ ​ ١١ -‏ ١٣‏ )‏ فَقَدْ شَجَّعَ ٱلْمَسِيحِيِّينَ ٱلْأَوَّلِينَ عَلَى أَخْذِ ضَمَائِرِ ٱلْآخَرِينَ فِي ٱلِٱعْتِبَارِ لِئَلَّا يُعْثِرُوهُمْ .‏