In the commission of evil, fear no man so much as thyself…
“In the commission of evil, fear no man so much as thyself; another is but one witness against thee, thou art a thousand; another thou mayest avoid, thyself thou canst not. Wickedness is its own punishment.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Self‑judgment and inner conscience are harsher than any external accusation; wrongdoing inevitably harms the perpetrator.
In simple terms: Your own conscience punishes you more than anyone else.
Key Takeaway
Listen to your inner moral compass.
Themes
self‑awareness
morality
consequence
inner conflict
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- leadership accountability
- conflict resolution
- legal testimony
Key Concepts
ethics
self‑reflection
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you confront your own flaws?
- Can external accountability ever match inner conscience?
A Different Perspective
External judgment cannot replace the guilt you feel internally.