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He harms himself who does harm to another, and the evil…

“He harms himself who does harm to another, and the evil plan is most harmful to the planner.” quote by Hesiod
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“He harms himself who does harm to another, and the evil plan is most harmful to the planner.”

Hesiod

About This Quote

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

Harming others harms the perpetrator; evil plans damage the planner most.

In simple terms: Bad deeds backfire on the doer.

Key Takeaway

Avoid causing harm, choose good actions.

Themes

ethics karma consequence

Mood

thoughtful cautionary

Type

philosophical advice

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • leadership choices
  • policy making

Key Concepts

moral philosophy justice

Questions to Reflect On

  • What actions might harm you later?
  • How can you ensure your plans are ethical?
A Different Perspective

Not all harm is immediately apparent; consequences may be delayed.

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