It costs me never a stab nor squirm / To tread by chance…
“It costs me never a stab nor squirm / To tread by chance upon a worm. / Aha, my little dear, / I say, Your clan will pay me back one day.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker claims no effort is needed to cause harm, implying eventual revenge for a wrongdoing.
In simple terms: No effort, yet harm comes.
Key Takeaway
Beware of careless cruelty.
Themes
revenge
morality
humor
poetry
Mood
wry
critical
Type
satirical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- workplace
- social media
Key Concepts
karma
ethical consequences
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions lead to unintended harm?
- Do you believe karmic justice?
A Different Perspective
Humor may downplay seriousness.