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Hee that lives ill, feare followes him.

“Hee that lives ill, feare followes him.” quote by George Herbert
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“Hee that lives ill, feare followes him.”

George Herbert

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

He who lives badly is followed by fear.

In simple terms: Bad living invites fear.

Key Takeaway

Live virtuously to avoid fear.

Themes

morality fear consequence spirituality

Mood

solemn reflective

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal ethics
  • spiritual practice
  • counseling
  • literary study

Key Concepts

ethical conduct inner peace divine judgment

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines “bad living” for you?
  • How does fear affect your choices?
A Different Perspective

Fear can be rational or irrational.

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