Full many mischiefs follow cruel wrath; Abhorred bloodshed…
“Full many mischiefs follow cruel wrath; Abhorred bloodshed and tumultuous strife Unmanly murder and unthrifty scath, Bitter despite, with rancor's rusty knife; And fretting grief the enemy of life; All these and many evils more, haunt ire.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Violence and wrath breed further suffering and chaos, perpetuating a cycle of evil.
In simple terms: Anger leads to more pain and conflict.
Key Takeaway
Break the cycle of anger to prevent further harm.
Themes
violence
wrath
conflict
consequences
morality
Mood
somber
serious
Type
ethical
reflective
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- peacebuilding
- anger management
- ethical education
- community mediation
Key Concepts
revenge
destruction
ethical decay
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it justified to confront wrath?
- How can societies heal after cycles of violence?
A Different Perspective
Sometimes confronting anger can be necessary for justice, creating moral tension.