To avenge a wrong done to you, is to rob yourself of the…
“To avenge a wrong done to you, is to rob yourself of the comfort of crying out against the injustice of it.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Seeking revenge traps you in suffering, denying the catharsis of expressing injustice.
In simple terms: Revenge harms the avenger.
Key Takeaway
Let go of vengeance.
Themes
justice
emotions
self‑control
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
philosophical
therapeutic
When to use this quote
- therapy
- conflict mediation
- personal growth
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What frees you from revenge?
- How can you express injustice health?
A Different Perspective
Forgiveness can be difficult.