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He that doth what he should not, shall feel what he would…

“He that doth what he should not, shall feel what he would not.” quote by Benjamin Franklin
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“He that doth what he should not, shall feel what he would not.”

Benjamin Franklin

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Wrong actions lead to unintended consequences; doing what one shouldn't cause unexpected feelings.

In simple terms: Bad deeds bring unwanted feelings.

Key Takeaway

Avoid actions that conflict with your values.

Themes

morality consequences self‑control

Mood

thoughtful cautionary

Type

historical ethical

When to use this quote

  • making decisions
  • peer pressure
  • habit formation
  • leadership dilemmas

Key Concepts

ethical philosophy cognitive dissonance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What actions have caused you unexpected regret?
  • How can you align behavior with principle?
A Different Perspective

People may rationalize harmful actions, blinding them to fallout.

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