Even a pandit comes to grief by giving instruction to a…
“Even a pandit comes to grief by giving instruction to a foolish disciple, by maintaining a wicked wife, and by excessive familiarity with the miserable.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Even a wise teacher can suffer loss by giving advice to a foolish student, dealing with a bad spouse, or becoming too familiar with misery.
In simple terms: Even wise can suffer from bad advice or relationships.
Key Takeaway
Beware harmful advice and relationships.
Themes
wisdom
relationships
misfortune
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- teaching
- marriage counseling
- mental health
- leadership
Key Concepts
ethical leadership
personal boundaries
Questions to Reflect On
- How to discern wise from foolish advice?
- What boundaries protect against misfortune?
A Different Perspective
Not all advice leads to loss.