Yet if he upbraided her in his hurry, it was to repent…
“Yet if he upbraided her in his hurry, it was to repent bitterly his temper the next, and to feel its effects more than she, temper being a weapon that we hold by the blade.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Temper is a weapon wielded by the blade; the one who blames others also suffers its impact.
In simple terms: Temper is a weapon that harms both sides.
Key Takeaway
Control temper to avoid mutual harm.
Themes
temper
self‑control
blame
weapon
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
self‑help
philosophical
When to use this quote
- marital disputes
- parent‑child arguments
- team meetings
Key Concepts
psychology
conflict resolution
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your temper?
- How can you transform anger into constructive action?
A Different Perspective
Blame may be rooted in deeper issues.